Principal Associate Structural Engineer

About the company

An expanding multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal / Associate Structural Engineer to take a leading role in its Birmingham team.

The business offers a collaborative environment where engineers are trusted to manage their time, take ownership of their work and build direct relationships with clients. There are no timesheets, reflecting a culture built around accountability and professional judgement.

Your tasks

Working closely with the Structures Director, you’ll lead projects, support the development of engineers and help grow the consultancy’s regional client base. There is a genuine opportunity to shape your responsibilities and progress towards Director level, with support from an accessible senior leadership team.

• Lead structural engineering projects, managing technical delivery, resources, budgets and client expectations.
• Take technical ownership of calculations, drawings, reports and design documentation, reviewing and coordinating work produced by others.
• Assess existing buildings, undertake site visits and produce clear appraisal reports.
• Develop practical solutions to complex engineering challenges, applying relevant design standards and CDM 2015 responsibilities.
• Mentor colleagues and support their technical development and progression towards professional qualifications.
• Prepare fee proposals and project cost estimates, identifying commercial opportunities and managing risks.
• Build relationships with existing and prospective clients, supporting business development and the growth of the Birmingham team.
• Present technical recommendations clearly to clients, contractors and other stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

• Recent structural engineering consultancy experience in the Midlands.
• Chartered status, or close to achieving chartership, through the ICE or IStructE.
• Experience leading projects and taking responsibility for technical quality and delivery.
• Strong structural analysis, building appraisal and report-writing skills.
• Confidence using relevant design and analysis software, with familiarity with CAD and Civil 3D.
• The ability to manage client relationships, support colleagues and contribute to business growth.
• A master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering would be advantageous.

This opportunity would suit a Principal Engineer seeking broader leadership responsibility, or an Associate looking to influence the direction of a growing team.

What we offer

What’s on offer

• A clear opportunity to develop towards Director level.
• Flexible working hours around a 10am–4pm core, based on a 7.5-hour working day.
• One day per week working from home.
• 26 days’ annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to five days.
• Private medical insurance and a health cash plan.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Paid professional membership fees.
• Professional development supported by an ICE-approved training scheme.
• An active social calendar, volunteering opportunities and wellbeing support.

How to apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Ashley Robinson at Pertemps, or apply with your CV.

Other

Principal / Associate Structural Engineer Location: Birmingham Salary: Up to £65,000 (negotiable)+ bonus and comprehensive benefits Working pattern: Four days office-based, one day from home, with flexible hours