Our client near the off Junction 30 of the M5 in Exeter, are looking for Principal Structural Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping impactful projects while mentoring a talented team. This exciting opportunity to join a fast growing company will give the Engineer a chance to work on a range of Healthcare, Residential and Passive house projects will be rewarded with a role that will offer progression and a salary up to £62,000 (more for the right candidate) with flexible working.

Principal Structural Engineer Job Overview

• Strategic Resource Allocation: Collaborate with the Head of Structures to manage team resources, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest quality.
• Innovative Design Leadership: Translate client briefs into conceptual designs, from inception to completion.
• Excellence in Delivery: Oversee the entire design process, ensuring compliance with British Standards, Building Regulations, and internal quality protocols.
• Project Management: Lead day-to-day operations, from initial assessments and scheme drawings to cross-disciplinary coordination, regulatory approvals, and site inspections.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships
• On-Site Expertise: Conduct thorough site visits, documenting findings and ensuring alignment with client expectations and project goals.
• Financial Oversight: Assist with budgeting, preparing fee proposals, projecting income, and tracking project costs to ensure financial success.
• Change Management: Monitor and communicate design alterations
• Team Development: Inspire and mentor team members through clear delegation, goal alignment, and proactive performance management
• Industry Advocacy: Stay ahead of industry trends, standards, and regulations, promoting the company's reputation while pursuing personal professional development.

Principal Structural Engineer Job Requirements

• BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartered member of IStructE or equivalent (or sue to achieve in next 12 months)
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Tekla
• Project delivery experience and a proven track record delivering within time and cost constraints
• Experience of new build and refurbishment across a range of sectors including residential, healthcare., education and industrial and of supporting projects of varying values and sizes.
• Experience in project management and client facing role and assisting with bids and tenders
• Involvement of checking and reviewing work of more junior staff
• UK Driving Licence and own Car

Principal Structural Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £62,000 maybe more for the right candidate
• Competitive pension
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible holiday - buy 5 extra
• Hybrid and Flexible working
• Shopping discounts and Paid Professional Memberships