Principal / Associate Structural Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Principal / Associate Structural Engineer to help establish and grow a new structural engineering capability in Nottingham.

Initially, you will support an established Birmingham team, typically spending 1 day per week in Birmingham , before transitioning into a Nottingham-based team leadership role as the local workload grows.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership, develop client relationships and have a key role in building a new team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural design projects from concept through to construction.
• Provide technical leadership across the Midlands team.
• Work across steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry structures.
• Lead design reviews and provide technical assurance.
• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Support bids, tenders and new business opportunities.
• Mentor engineers and support the recruitment and development of a local team.
• Progress into a Nottingham Structural Team Lead / Studio Lead position.

About You

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) – MIStructE or MICE.
• Significant experience in building structures.
• Experience delivering medium to large projects from concept to construction.
• Strong technical knowledge across structural materials.
• Proficient with structural analysis and design software.
• Strong knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Consultancy and commercial experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ambition to lead and grow a team.
• Able to work independently and take ownership.