Principal Structural Engineer

Cundall Johnston & Partners LLP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious structural engineering firm in Birmingham seeks an experienced Structural Engineer to lead projects, build client relationships, and manage teams. The ideal candidate is chartered, has strong experience in consultancy, and is skilled in structural design software. You'll work on exciting projects across various sectors, contributing to sustainability goals and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in structural engineering within a consultancy.
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects.
• Passion for creative and intuitive design.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and project leadership for major engineering projects.
• Nurture client relationships to maximize satisfaction.
• Manage and develop less experienced engineers and technicians.

Skills

Client Focus

Project Leadership

Team Management

Creative Design

Education

BEng/MEng in Structural or Civil Engineering

Chartered membership with IStructE

Tools

Structural Design Software

Job description

Cundall’s Structural Engineering team pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable structural solutions, that minimise the use of natural resources and working to achieve Net Zero Carbon 2030. As one of the longest established of Cundall’s many disciplines, the Structural team are a source of world leading expertise – and offer a pro-active and collaborative approach to skill development, and professional excellence.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and client focused Structural Engineer to join our team in our Birmingham office, to play a leading role in the design and project leadership of some of our most exciting and prestigious projects. Local projects such as The Hundred, the Mell Square redevelopment and Three Chamberlain Square illustrate our local portfolio with our active work across the UK and internationally covering sectors including education, datacentres, healthcare and residential.

You will take a senior role within a team of expert engineers and technicians, and work closely with colleagues of various disciplines to manage the delivery of technically-excellent, profitable projects. You will have the opportunity to nurture existing and develop new client relationships that maximise satisfaction and ensure repeat business, and will use your wealth of expertise and determination to manage, motivate and develop less experienced engineers.

The Skills

You will ideally be Chartered preferably with IStructE, and accredited with a BEng/MEng (or equivalent) in Structural or Civil Engineering. You will have gained significant practical experience of structural engineering within a consultancy environment, and an accomplished level of relevant IT skills in structural design software.

You will have a portfolio of experience demonstrating your quality and client focussed approach, and have consistently demonstrated your ability to manage multiple large-scale projects leading a team of engineers & technicians and crucially – you have a passion for creative and intuitive design.

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.