Principal Structural Engineer – Portsmouth | £50,000–£65,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Hybrid Working | Permanent
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Are you a Senior or Principal Structural Engineer looking for your next challenge and the chance to play a key role in shaping complex, high-impact projects?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, multi-disciplinary consultancy in Portsmouth, working closely alongside another Principal Structural Engineer as part of a collaborative and high-performing team. You’ll take ownership of projects across a wide range of sectors, with the autonomy to make your mark and the support of an experienced peer and wider business.
We welcome candidates with a structural or civil bias—if you bring the drive, technical expertise, and leadership skills to deliver, we’d like to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Lead and manage structural engineering projects from concept through to completion
Work in tandem with another Principal Structural Engineer to share knowledge and workload
Provide technical leadership, supporting and mentoring junior engineers
Carry out full structural designs, calculations, and specifications in line with latest standards
Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders both in the office and on site
Support tender submissions, feasibility studies, and structural surveys
Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements
Use BIM and 3D modelling software to drive efficient project delivery
What We’re Looking For:
Degree qualified in Civil/Structural Engineering (BEng minimum)
5+ years’ experience in structural design across varied sectors and project sizes
Incorporated or Chartered with IStructE (or actively working towards)
Strong grasp of structural codes, building regs, and British Standards
Skilled communicator with proven stakeholder management experience
Confident with Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Autodesk, MicroStation
Ability to take ownership of projects and lead a small team
UK Driving Licence and flexibility to attend sites when needed
Desirable:
MEng or equivalent postgraduate qualification
Experience in BIM-led project delivery
Contract preparation and project management background
Existing (or ability to gain) UK Security Clearance
What’s on Offer:
Salary: £50,000–£65,000 DOE
Hybrid working – Portsmouth base with flexibility
Annual bonus + full benefits package
Opportunity to collaborate closely with another Principal Structural Engineer
Genuine long-term progression pathways
Varied workload including inspections, refurbishments, and new build design
If you’re a Structural Engineer ready to take on a Principal-level role—or a Senior Engineer looking for the step up—this role offers the perfect blend of autonomy, collaboration, and career progression.
Apply now to learn more