Senior Structural Engineer

IStructE Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning engineering consultancy in Bristol seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design projects. You will conduct inspections, assessments, and retrofitting of existing buildings, while also engaging in new-build designs. The role offers early responsibility and site visits, promoting personal and professional growth within a collaborative team environment. A competitive salary and benefits are provided. Applicants should contact Abi for consideration.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Collaborative, supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural design, ideally in a consultancy environment.
• Experience in leading small to medium‑size projects independently, with limited supervision.
• Comfort working across a diverse range of tasks, including inspections, assessments, reuse/retrofit, and new‑build design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to structural design projects, including inspections, surveys, assessments, reuse/retrofit, and new‑build design.
• Take ownership of small to medium‑size projects with the opportunity to lead and deliver independently.
• Engage in site visits and develop practical solutions on live projects.

Skills

Structural design experience

Project leadership

Inspections and assessments

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Active progression within ICE/IstructE or equivalent

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen with an award-winning, employee-owned engineering consultancy with over 60 years of experience. The company is known for delivering practical and innovative solutions and taking pride in the positive impact they make on the world. They are committed to building a better future for everyone, and joining their team means becoming part of a warm, welcoming environment where skills can evolve, careers are nurtured, and a lasting legacy is created.

Role Overview

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Structures team in Bristol. You will play a key role in inspecting, assessing, and reusing/retrofitting existing buildings, as well as contributing to the design of new structures across a variety of sectors. This hands‑on, technically engaging role offers regular opportunities for site visits, early responsibility, and the chance to lead your own projects from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to structural design projects, including inspections, surveys, assessments, reuse/retrofit, and new‑build design.
• Take ownership of small to medium‑size projects with the opportunity to lead and deliver independently.
• Engage in site visits and develop practical solutions on live projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Continue professional development and progress within your chosen institution (ICE/IstructE or equivalent).

Essential Experience and Skills

• Proven experience in structural design, ideally in a consultancy environment.
• Experience in leading small to medium‑size projects independently, with limited supervision.
• Comfort working across a diverse range of tasks, including inspections, assessments, reuse/retrofit, and new‑build design.
• Active progression within your professional institution training pathway (ICE/IstructE or equivalent).

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A collaborative, supportive team environment.

If you would like to be considered for this role please apply or contact Abi on 02393876032.