Senior Structural Engineer
Location: Essex
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Are you a Senior Structural Engineer ready to take more ownership, lead projects from the front, and work within a consultancy that genuinely values technical quality over box-ticking?
We’re partnering with a long-established and highly respected civil and structural engineering consultancy in Essex, known for delivering practical, efficient and buildable design solutions across a wide range of sectors. With a strong pipeline of work and a loyal client base, they are now looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to strengthen their growing team.
Why This Role?
Genuine project ownership from early design through to completion
Strong, steady pipeline of varied and technically interesting projects
Supportive leadership team with real technical expertise
Clear progression opportunities within a stable, growing consultancy
Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and shape team development
Competitive salary and strong overall benefits package
The Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will play a leading role in the delivery of structural projects across residential, commercial, education and mixed-use developments. You will be responsible for driving designs forward, coordinating technical outputs and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
You will also act as a key point of contact for clients and design teams, helping to maintain and develop strong working relationships while contributing to repeat business and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead structural design on projects from concept through to construction
Produce, review and sign off calculations, drawings and technical reports
Manage the technical delivery of multiple projects concurrently
Liaise directly with clients, architects, contractors and consultants
Attend design meetings, site visits and project workshops
Provide clear technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers
Ensure solutions are practical, buildable and cost-effective
Contribute to continuous improvement in design standards and delivery
About You
Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
Proven experience in a structural consultancy environment
Strong technical capability in steel, concrete, timber and masonry design
Confident using structural design software and AutoCAD (Revit beneficial)
Comfortable taking responsibility for projects and client interaction
Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset
Chartered or nearing Chartership (ICE / IStructE) preferred
Full UK driving licence advantageous for site/client visits
What You’ll Get
A genuinely supportive and technically strong engineering environment
Freedom to take ownership and make decisions on your projects
Hybrid working with flexibility built into the culture
Exposure to a wide variety of interesting building projects
Clear pathway for progression within the business
Competitive salary and benefits package
Interested?
If you’re a Senior Structural Engineer looking for a role where you can take real responsibility, be trusted with your work and continue progressing your career in a stable and respected consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply in confidence today or get in touch for a discreet conversation