Principal Structural Engineer

Job description

Kent (Hybrid Working Available)

Leading UK Engineering Consultancy

I am working with a well established and highly respected engineering consultancy looking to appoint a Structural Technical Manager / Principal Structural Engineer to join their growing team in the Kent area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior / Principal or Associate Structural Engineer ready to step into a broader leadership role, combining hands on technical delivery with team management and project oversight.

The Role:

You’ll play a key role in delivering a wide range of projects across residential, commercial, education, retail, and industrial sectors, taking ownership of both technical outputs and team performance.

Working closely with a Director, you will:

• Lead the production of designs, calculations, reports, and drawings (including Revit models)
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers and technicians
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams
• Attend site visits, inspections, and design meetings
• Monitor and manage health & safety risks (CDM compliance)
• Contribute to resource planning and project programming
• Support the ongoing development of junior team members

What I'm Looking For:

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered, or close to achieving Chartership (ICE or IStructE)
• Strong experience delivering multiple structural projects
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage project delivery
• Knowledge of Eurocodes & UK Building Regulations
• Use of materials including steel, concrete, timber, and masonry
• Modern methods of construction (MMC/modular)
• Experience with design software such as Tedds, Tekla, MasterSeries or similar
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project risk

If this role sounds intersting and you are looking for a new position please don't hesitate to apply with your latest CV.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kent

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English