Senior Structural Engineer
Location: Ipswich
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Are you a Senior Structural Engineer approaching Chartership and looking for the right environment to take that final step?
We’re working with a highly regarded civil, structural and environmental engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to join its growing team. With an established reputation across the East of England, this business delivers tailored, cost-effective engineering solutions on projects ranging from bespoke domestic schemes to major commercial developments.
The Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of projects from concept through to construction. You’ll work closely with senior leadership while managing your own schemes, developing client relationships and mentoring junior engineers.
This is an ideal move for someone who wants to bridge the gap between senior engineer and associate-level responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Lead structural design on a range of building projects
Prepare and review calculations, drawings and technical reports
Manage projects through all design stages to completion
Liaise directly with architects, contractors, developers and clients
Attend design meetings and site inspections
Deliver practical, buildable and commercially aware engineering solutions
Mentor graduate and intermediate engineers
Work toward and achieve Chartership with full support
About You
Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
Strong consultancy background in structural engineering design
Confident designing in steel, concrete, timber and masonry
Experience managing projects and client communication
Comfortable using structural design software and AutoCAD/Revit
Currently working toward Chartership and close to professional review
Ambitious, proactive and eager to progress your career
What’s on Offer
Structured support to achieve Chartership
Exposure to a broad range of projects and sectors
Friendly, collaborative and technically strong team culture
Clear progression beyond Chartership
Competitive salary, benefits and long-term career prospects
Ready for the Next Step?
If you’re a Senior Structural Engineer close to Chartership and looking for a consultancy that will genuinely invest in your progression, we’d love to speak with you.
Apply in confidence today or get in touch for more information