Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer – Essex Competitive Salary + Benefits We are working on behalf of a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy to recruit a Principal Structural Engineer for their Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced structural engineer looking to take on a senior technical and leadership role within a busy Essex-based team, delivering complex and high-profile projects across a range of sectors. The Role As Principal Structural Engineer, you will provide technical leadership on a variety of projects from concept through to completion. You will be responsible for managing project teams, maintaining technical excellence, and building strong client relationships, while remaining hands-on in design. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver complex structural engineering projects Provide technical oversight and review of designs, calculations, and drawings Design in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber Manage and mentor engineers and technicians Act as a key client-facing contact, attending meetings and providing technical advice Ensure compliance with UK design codes, standards, and best practice Support work-winning activities, bids, and proposals Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the London team Candidate Requirements Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering Chartered Engineer status (IStructE or ICE) Significant experience within a UK structural engineering consultancy Proven track record of leading projects and teams Strong technical capability and attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Commercially aware with a proactive, collaborative approach What’s on Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience Clear progression route to Associate level and beyond Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging projects Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Supportive and collaborative company culture Comprehensive benefits package and ongoing professional development