Job Description:

Our well known client is one of the UK’s longest‑established consulting engineering practices, known for delivering high‑quality, innovative and sustainable solutions across the built environment. With a growing portfolio of major regional and national projects, their Newcastle office is looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to help lead and develop their expanding structures team.

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will take a key technical and project‑leading role within the Newcastle office. You’ll work on a diverse range of building and civil engineering projects across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial and public realm schemes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands‑on design with team leadership and client interaction.

• Lead the structural design and analysis of projects from concept through to completion.
• Manage and coordinate work with internal teams, clients, architects and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Prepare and review reports, calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to high-quality standards.
• Contribute to bids, tenders and business development where required.

We’re looking for someone who brings both technical excellence and a collaborative mindset.

Essential:

• Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or near-chartered with ICE or IStructE.
• Strong background in structural engineering design across key materials (steel, RC, timber, masonry).
• Proficient with structural analysis software such as Tekla Structural Designer, TEDDS, ETABS or similar.
• Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• A proactive approach and passion for high-quality engineering delivery.

Desirable:

• Experience within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of BIM processes and coordination.
• Contribution to team development and mentoring.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Support for continued professional development and chartership progression.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects.
• A supportive, friendly and collaborative office culture backed by a nationwide practice.