? Associate Structural Engineer – Leeds
Leeds (Hybrid Working Available)
£60,000 – £75,000 + Industry-Leading Pension + Benefits
About the Opportunity
I'm partnering with a respected, long-standing civil and structural engineering consultancy that continues to grow across the region. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions and a real commitment to staff development, they're now looking to appoint a Principal or Associate Structural Engineer to help lead their Leeds team.
This is a key senior appointment offering genuine progression, technical leadership responsibilities and the chance to work on a wide portfolio of complex, rewarding projects across commercial, residential, industrial and public-sector environments.
If you're an experienced structural engineer looking for a leadership platform within a people-focused consultancy, this is an excellent opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing
As a senior member of the team, you will take a hands-on and strategic role across project delivery, resource leadership and client relationships:
* Lead and oversee structural engineering design across a range of building types and materials.
* Provide technical direction, checking and approval of drawings, calculations, designs and specifications.
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, buildable design solutions.
* Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop technical capability and confidence.
* Act as a client-facing lead engineer, strengthening relationships and ensuring repeat business.
* Contribute to bids, proposals, fee development and wider business growth initiatives.
* Take a lead role in project management—programme, quality, risk and delivery oversight.
What We're Looking For
* Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (MEng/BEng).
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status via ICE or IStructE.
* Minimum 10 years' experience delivering structural engineering projects.
* Strong technical understanding across concrete, steel, timber and masonry structures.
* Familiarity with modern design tools and structural analysis software.
* Confident communicator and able to manage client relationships effectively.
* Experience leading project teams and supporting business development is highly desirable.
* Someone enthusiastic, collaborative and able to inspire a team.
What's on Offer
You'll join a consultancy known for its strong culture, excellent retention and commitment to staff wellbeing and progression. Benefits include:
* Competitive salary reflective of experience.
* Exceptional pension scheme — significantly above industry standard.
* Holiday purchase scheme + Birthday Leave.
* Support with professional memberships and fees.
* Hybrid and flexible working options.
* Access to a comprehensive benefits portal (discounts, healthcare support, cycle to work, etc).
* Continuous CPD, internal training and clear routes to technical or management progression.
* Varied, high-quality project work that will challenge and develop you.
Interested? Let's Talk
If you're a Principal or Associate Structural Engineer looking for a senior role with autonomy, growth and long-term opportunity, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Sam Wakley
Recruitment Consultant – C&S Engineering
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