Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits (Dependent Upon Experience)
Join a Growing Structural Engineering Consultancy
Skeletal Consulting Engineers were formed in 2020 and we have quickly grown to 15 staff and are working on large scale Civil and Structural Engineering projects throughout the logistics, data centre, education, healthcare, defence, commercial, industrial/process and leisure sectors. We are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to join our collaborative and growing team and lead the successful delivery of high-quality projects from concept through to completion. Ideally you would have some experience in the logistics, data centre or industrial/process sectors, although this is not critical and a willingness to learn and the right attitude are the key things we are looking for.
The Role
- Lead structural engineering projects from inception to completion.
- Manage project delivery, programme, fees and technical quality.
- Undertake and oversee structural analysis and design activities.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients and project teams.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians.
- Support business development and client relationship management.
About You
- Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Chartered Engineer (or working towards Chartership).
- Significant structural engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge of Eurocodes and UK standards.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Career progression opportunities.
- CPD and Chartership support.
- Friendly, collaborative working environment.
Job Purpose
To lead and manage structural engineering projects from feasibility through to construction completion whilst providing technical leadership, client management and staff mentoring. The role supports the continued growth of Skeletal Consulting Engineers through delivery of high-quality engineering solutions and excellent client service.
- Lead and manage structural engineering commissions from inception to completion.
- Develop project strategies, programmes and delivery plans.
- Manage project resources, budgets and fee allocations.
- Monitor project performance against programme and financial targets.
Technical Delivery
- Undertake and oversee structural analysis and design.
- Review and approve calculations, reports and drawings.
- Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Eurocodes and British Standards.
- Provide technical guidance to project teams.
Client and Stakeholder Management
- Attend client, contractor, and design team meetings.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Represent the company professionally at all times.
Team Development
- Mentor graduate and junior engineers.
- Support Chartership and professional development.
- Promote collaboration and continuous improvement.
Business Development
- Support tenders, bids and fee proposals.
- Identify opportunities for repeat business and growth.
Quality and Compliance
- Comply with Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety procedures.
- Support BIM and digital engineering objectives.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Chartered Engineer preferred. Demonstrable experience leading structural engineering projects with strong technical, commercial and project management capability.
Personal Attributes
Professional, proactive, organised, client-focused and capable of leading by example.
Key Performance Indicators
Successful project delivery, client satisfaction, technical quality, staff development and contribution to business growth.
Skeletal Consulting Engineers is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Company Values
We are true to our word, trustworthy, highly communicative, caring, professional and team-oriented, with a commitment to engineering excellence and client care.
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