Senior Structural Engineer

About Fairhurst LLP –Fairhurst LLP is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, planning, water, and landscape architecture services across 16 principal offices in the UK. Fairhurst specialises in providing cost‑effective, sustainable engineering solutions and prides itself on high-quality service delivery, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships.

Role Overview –Fairhurst is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our Newcastle Office. This role is ideal for a motivated and technically strong engineer with substantial consultancy experience who is looking to take the next step in their career.

As one of the UK’s leading private Engineering Consultancies, Fairhurst delivers integrated solutions for a broad range of public and private sector clients. This position provides the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects, contribute to business growth, and mentor junior engineers within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Design & Technical Delivery

• Manage and deliver UK‑based structural engineering projects in accordance with UK Building Regulations and all relevant design standards.
• Lead and undertake structural engineering assessments and inspections of new and existing buildings in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Carry out detailed analysis and design using industry‑standard software including Tekla Structural Designer and Tedds.
• Prepare high‑quality drawings, calculations, reports, and technical documentation.
• Produce well‑structured technical reports, including structural surveys and design justifications.
• Ensure all technical outputs are accurate, consistent, and compliant with standards and client requirements.

Project Management

• Coordinate and oversee multiple concurrent projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Manage work packages, project resources, and deliverables to support successful project delivery.
• Contribute to project programmes, risk management, and efficient workflow planning.
• Maintain clear documentation, progress updates, and project records in line with Fairhurst’s quality systems.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with and lead other members of the design team to deliver coordinated, integrated solutions that meet client objectives.
• Engage professionally with clients, contractors, statutory bodies, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Represent Fairhurst at external meetings, networking events, and industry functions as required.
• Provide clear, confident verbal and written communication to support excellent client service.

Quality & Compliance

• Work in accordance with Fairhurst’s Quality Assurance procedures and industry legislation.
• Uphold best practices, professional standards, and relevant Eurocodes and design codes.
• Review work of junior staff to ensure accuracy, compliance, and high technical quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across processes, methodologies, and technical outputs.
• Provide technical guidance, supervision, and mentorship to Graduate and Project Engineers.
• Support the development and progression of junior engineers through structured feedback and knowledge-sharing.
• Promote a positive team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Act as a role model for professionalism, technical excellence, and Fairhurst’s core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or near‑Chartered status with ICE or IStruct
  
  E (MICE or MIStruct
  
  E).

Experience

• Strong experience working as a Senior Structural Engineer within a UK consultancy environment.
• Proven track record delivering projects across industrial, residential, retail, commercial, and healthcare sectors.
• Varied experience with common structural forms and building types.
• Demonstrable experience using Eurocodes and relevant UK design standards.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent report writing, communication, and numerical skills.
• Strong organisational abilities with the capacity to manage…