SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Location: Derby, UK
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Flexible Working Hours)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (Negotiable, Depending on Experience)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in a UK-based structural consultancy
• Proven track record of managing projects and/or small teams
• Excellent knowledge of structural design in timber, masonry, steel, and concrete
• Strong proficiency in UK and European design codes
• Experience with structural analysis/design software (e.g., Tekla, Tedds, Robot, etc.)
• Confident producing reports, surveys, and fee proposals
• Survey and report writing experience or willingness to learn
• Chartered or actively working towards IStructE or ICE chartership
• Full UK driving licence and own transport desirable

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Structural Engineer to join a highly skilled and collaborative team of engineers in Derby. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced structural engineer looking to lead projects, develop technical expertise, and make an impact on a wide range of exciting and unique structural design challenges.
You’ll work on a diverse mix of projects, including bespoke new builds, refurbishments, heritage structures, and sustainable reuse developments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and delivery of structural engineering projects from concept to completion
• Produce detailed structural designs, calculations, reports, and specifications
• Conduct structural appraisals for commercial, residential, and heritage buildings
• Attend and contribute to project meetings with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
• Manage project costs, timelines, sustainability targets, and technical quality
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and CAD/Revit technicians
• Prepare and review technical drawings, reports, and structural surveys
• Support business development and contribute to securing new projects