Principal Structural Engineer
Posted on Jun 26, 2026 by CV-Library
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Principal Structural Engineer
Location: Manchester
Take the Next Step in Your Structural Engineering Career
Are you a Chartered Principal Structural Engineer looking to lead major infrastructure projects across the UK? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across the power, aviation, nuclear, defence, rail and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex structural projects while managing and mentoring engineering teams. You will oversee structural designs, calculations, drawings and specifications, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest technical standards.
You will also manage project programmes, budgets and commercial performance, support tender submissions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and help drive innovation and continuous improvement.
What You'll Need
·Chartered Engineer (CEng MIStructE or CEng MICE).
·Experience leading structural design teams on complex projects, ideally within the power sector.
·Strong knowledge of UK structural design standards and assurance processes.
·Experience designing steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures, foundations and structural assessments.
·Proficiency with structural analysis and design software.
·Commercial awareness and project management experience.
·Understanding of CDM regulations and structural safety responsibilities.
·CSCS card, full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
Salary & Benefits
·£55,000-£65,000 (salary dependent on experience).
·Car allowance.
·Hybrid working (two office days per week).
·Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
·Locations: Manchester, London or Warwick.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Principal Structural Engineer looking to work on high-profile infrastructure projects while progressing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Please call Chloe Orchard on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
Location: Manchester
Take the Next Step in Your Structural Engineering Career
Are you a Chartered Principal Structural Engineer looking to lead major infrastructure projects across the UK? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across the power, aviation, nuclear, defence, rail and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex structural projects while managing and mentoring engineering teams. You will oversee structural designs, calculations, drawings and specifications, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest technical standards.
You will also manage project programmes, budgets and commercial performance, support tender submissions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and help drive innovation and continuous improvement.
What You'll Need
·Chartered Engineer (CEng MIStructE or CEng MICE).
·Experience leading structural design teams on complex projects, ideally within the power sector.
·Strong knowledge of UK structural design standards and assurance processes.
·Experience designing steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures, foundations and structural assessments.
·Proficiency with structural analysis and design software.
·Commercial awareness and project management experience.
·Understanding of CDM regulations and structural safety responsibilities.
·CSCS card, full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
Salary & Benefits
·£55,000-£65,000 (salary dependent on experience).
·Car allowance.
·Hybrid working (two office days per week).
·Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
·Locations: Manchester, London or Warwick.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Principal Structural Engineer looking to work on high-profile infrastructure projects while progressing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Please call Chloe Orchard on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
Reference: 225297375
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Principal Structural Engineer
Posted on Jun 26, 2026 by CV-Library
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Principal Structural Engineer
Location: Manchester
Take the Next Step in Your Structural Engineering Career
Are you a Chartered Principal Structural Engineer looking to lead major infrastructure projects across the UK? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across the power, aviation, nuclear, defence, rail and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex structural projects while managing and mentoring engineering teams. You will oversee structural designs, calculations, drawings and specifications, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest technical standards.
You will also manage project programmes, budgets and commercial performance, support tender submissions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and help drive innovation and continuous improvement.
What You'll Need
·Chartered Engineer (CEng MIStructE or CEng MICE).
·Experience leading structural design teams on complex projects, ideally within the power sector.
·Strong knowledge of UK structural design standards and assurance processes.
·Experience designing steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures, foundations and structural assessments.
·Proficiency with structural analysis and design software.
·Commercial awareness and project management experience.
·Understanding of CDM regulations and structural safety responsibilities.
·CSCS card, full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
Salary & Benefits
·£55,000-£65,000 (salary dependent on experience).
·Car allowance.
·Hybrid working (two office days per week).
·Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
·Locations: Manchester, London or Warwick.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Principal Structural Engineer looking to work on high-profile infrastructure projects while progressing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Please call Chloe Orchard on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
Location: Manchester
Take the Next Step in Your Structural Engineering Career
Are you a Chartered Principal Structural Engineer looking to lead major infrastructure projects across the UK? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across the power, aviation, nuclear, defence, rail and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex structural projects while managing and mentoring engineering teams. You will oversee structural designs, calculations, drawings and specifications, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest technical standards.
You will also manage project programmes, budgets and commercial performance, support tender submissions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and help drive innovation and continuous improvement.
What You'll Need
·Chartered Engineer (CEng MIStructE or CEng MICE).
·Experience leading structural design teams on complex projects, ideally within the power sector.
·Strong knowledge of UK structural design standards and assurance processes.
·Experience designing steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures, foundations and structural assessments.
·Proficiency with structural analysis and design software.
·Commercial awareness and project management experience.
·Understanding of CDM regulations and structural safety responsibilities.
·CSCS card, full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
Salary & Benefits
·£55,000-£65,000 (salary dependent on experience).
·Car allowance.
·Hybrid working (two office days per week).
·Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
·Locations: Manchester, London or Warwick.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Principal Structural Engineer looking to work on high-profile infrastructure projects while progressing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Please call Chloe Orchard on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
Reference: 225297375
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