Principal Structural Engineer
Core
Lead structural engineering for complex, multidisciplinary projects from concept to completion, providing technical direction, quality assurance, and client engagement.
Role type
Principal Structural Engineer (Technical Leadership & Project Delivery)
Builds
Structural designs, calculations, reports, and specifications for diverse sectors including healthcare, data centres, commercial, residential, and infrastructure.
Domain
Civil Engineering / Structural Engineering
Required skills
Structural engineering design, project delivery leadership, technical risk management, multidisciplinary coordination, client relationship management, mentoring, regulatory compliance (UK/Northern Ireland), innovation in digital engineering.
Preferred skills
Business development, bid activity support, technical community contribution, site inspection oversight.
Technologies
Digital engineering tools, structural analysis software, BIM (implied by multidisciplinary coordination and digital engineering mention)
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and direction on complex projects; lead preparation and review of structural calculations, reports, and drawings; provide technical assurance and review work of engineers; coordinate with architects, civil engineers, and other specialists; act as senior technical point of contact for clients; mentor and develop engineers; support business development and bid activity; ensure compliance with UK and Northern Ireland standards; provide technical support during construction.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with significant post-charter experience