Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer – Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of structural engineering solutions across a range of building projects.
• Act as Project Lead, managing resources, programme, budget and client relationships.
• Produce and review design calculations, reports, specifications and drawings.
• Oversee structural designs in steel, concrete, timber and masonry.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards and best practice.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP engineers and other disciplines within a BIM environment.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers and technicians.
• Mentor and support junior staff, contributing to their professional development.
• Attend and lead client and design team meetings.
• Contribute to business development, including bid submissions and client engagement.

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Significant experience in structural design within a consultancy environment (buildings-focused).
• Proven track record of leading projects and managing teams.
• Strong technical expertise across a range of structural materials.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to deadlines.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status (e.g. via IStruct
  
  E or ICE).
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Familiarity with BIM processes and collaborative design environments.
• Interest or experience in sustainable and low‑carbon design.

Waterman Group is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy, delivering engineering, environmental and infrastructure solutions across the UK and internationally. Our Building Structures team works on a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education and mixed‑use developments, with a strong focus on quality, innovation and sustainable design.

Waterman Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across our teams. We are a Disability Confident organisation, committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy in our recruitment and selection process.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to lead high‑profile and complex building projects.
• Ongoing professional development and support.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Clear career progression within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy.