Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer £60,000 - £68,000 plus benefits Wythenshawe, Manchester. A UK-wide Engineering Consultancy based in Wythenshawe, South Manchester, are actively looking to recruit a Chartered Principal Structural Engineer with at least 10 years' experience in Structural Design to join their current team working on a range of Industrial and Rail projects. The company have offices in England, Scotland and Wales and are ideally looking for someone to join the team of 6 staff in Manchester working on both new-build and retrofit schemes on a host of civil infrastructure works and also getting involved in fatigue analysis, temporary works and traditional structural design. The ideal Principal Structural Engineer will have: Professional Certification: Hold a recognized professional engineering license (e.g., Chartered Engineer status with the Institution of Structural Engineers) or be actively working towards obtaining such credentials. Professional Experience: Possess a minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in structural engineering, with a focus on delivering projects of varying complexity and scale. Structural Design Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in structural analysis, design, and detailing across a range of building types and materials, including steel, concrete, and timber. Project Management Skills: Exhibit strong project management capabilities, including the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage project budgets and schedules, and ensure successful project delivery. Technical Proficiency: Have a deep understanding of relevant engineering software and tools, such as ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, and AutoCAD, to efficiently analyze and design structural systems. Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of current building codes, regulations, and industry standards, ensuring that all structural designs comply with applicable requirements and guidelines. Communication Skills: Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to clients, stakeholders, and project team members. Leadership Abilities: Demonstrate leadership qualities, including the ability to mentor and coach junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. Problem-Solving Aptitude: Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify structural challenges, propose innovative solutions, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle. Continuing Education: Maintain a commitment to professional development by staying informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in the field of structural engineering. The salary bracket for the role will be between £60,000 and £68,000 plus benefits and precise salary offered will of course depend on experience and each candidate's ability to meet the criteria for the role. If this sounds like you, please contact Andrew Wilson at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business