Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer – Bristol

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high‑performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to challenges across a wide variety of projects.

We are seeking a full‑time Principal Structural Engineer with strong design background to support our structural engineering team in Bristol and Plymouth. The team undertakes a wide variety of projects for the private and public sector, across a range of development sectors. We seek to provide integrated solutions incorporating state‑of‑the‑art design.

• Assist in the design and management of structural engineering works associated with major and challenging infrastructure projects for the private and public sector.
• Strengthen our design and delivery capacity with experience in a broad range of projects.
• Carry out the design process throughout all stages from concept to delivery, manage small teams, and manage other design disciplines.
• Build good relationships with other disciplines.
• Take individual responsibility for a range of project types, manage them independently, and serve as the client’s main point of contact.
• Lead on technical aspects including preparing designs, specifications, technical approval submissions, and site supervision.
• Collaborate with senior management on research projects and innovative initiatives.

• Be a chartered civil or structural engineer (CEng and either MICE or MIStruct).
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently, a collaborative approach and a proven ability to deliver work on time.
• Be confident working directly with clients, other design professionals, and contractors.
• Have strong experience and demonstrate skills in producing drawings, specifications, calculations and technical reports.
• Have technical knowledge including use of industry‑standard software (ideally Tekla/Robot) and basic ability with Revit.
• Have sound experience of commercial management of projects and change control.
• Be committed to encouraging good health and safety practices within the workplace and design.
• Display enthusiasm, flexibility, and versatility as a team player.
• Be able to mentor, enthuse and support team members.
• Have a desire to build upon existing experience and continue professional development with Tetra Tech.
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence.
• Have the ability to obtain UK security clearance.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client‑focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

Location:

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology, Civil Engineering