Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer Location: Hemel Hempstead or Didcot Salary: Competitive DOE + Comprehensive Benefits PackageBennett & Game are proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy who are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to join their growing Structures team.This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered, or near-Chartered, Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and technically strong environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, managing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the structures division.The business delivers a diverse portfolio of projects across commercial, residential, research & development, energy and refurbishment sectors, offering exposure to a broad range of challenging and rewarding engineering work.Principal Structural Engineer Salary & BenefitsCompetitive salary dependent on experienceCar Allowance if charteredPension schemeSalary sacrifice schemeDeath in service benefit25 days holiday plus Bank HolidaysAdditional annual leave entitlement with length of serviceHoliday buy, sell and carry-over schemeLong service awardsEnhanced maternity and paternity payPaid professional membership feesOngoing CPD and Chartership supportStudy leaveCycle to Work SchemeInterest-free season ticket loanRegular company-funded social eventsFree refreshments and fresh fruitFree on-site parkingFlexible and hybrid working arrangementsOpportunity to work remotely from abroad for up to 15 days per yearPrincipal Structural Engineer Job OverviewLead structural engineering projects from inception through to completionManage project delivery, budgets, resources and programme requirementsSupervise, mentor and develop engineers and technicians within the teamPrepare and review structural designs across a range of building sectorsUndertake site visits, feasibility studies and risk assessmentsProduce preliminary layouts, technical specifications and design solutionsLiaise directly with clients, architects, contractors and multidisciplinary project teamsAttend project meetings and provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycleAssess sustainability and environmental considerations within project designsEnsure compliance with statutory requirements, regulations and health & safety standardsDevelop and maintain strong client relationshipsSupport fee proposal preparation, bid submissions and business development activitiesContribute to the strategic growth and development of the structures teamPrincipal Structural Engineer Job RequirementsDegree qualified in Structural or Civil EngineeringChartered Engineer status, or actively working towards ChartershipMinimum 8 years' post-graduate structural design experienceStrong experience designing in steel, concrete, timber and masonryExperience delivering refurbishment and new-build projectsAbility to develop schematic structural designs from architectural layoutsStrong understanding of structural design principles and project deliveryExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to manage client relationships and lead project teams effectivelyCommercial awareness with experience managing project financesStrong report writing and technical documentation skillsCollaborative approach with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teamsThis role would suit an experienced Senior Structural Engineer or Principal Structural Engineer looking to join a consultancy with an excellent reputation, a diverse project portfolio and a genuine commitment to professional development, technical excellence and long-term career progressionBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.TPBN1_UKTJ