Chartered Structural Engineer - Hi-rise buildings

Job Title: Chartered Structural Design Engineer

Location: Leeds (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 WFH)
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum

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About the Company

Our client is a well-established structural and civil engineering consultancy headquartered in Leeds, with a strong reputation for delivering creative yet practical design solutions across multiple sectors. They work on projects throughout the UK, ranging from large-scale developments to bespoke, complex structures.

The consultancy is known for:

• Varied Project Portfolio: Projects span residential, commercial, education, healthcare, cultural, and heritage sectors, offering engineers exposure to both new-build and refurbishment schemes.
• Innovative Thinking: The team prides itself on combining modern engineering techniques with a practical approach to constructability.
• Sustainable Engineering: They actively embed sustainable principles into designs, considering embodied carbon, long-term resilience, and material efficiency.
• Collaborative Team Culture: The firm’s supportive structure promotes professional growth, leadership opportunities, and strong multidisciplinary collaboration.

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The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Structural Engineer (MICE or MIStructE) to join a growing consultancy in Leeds. This is very much a design focused role, and the successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering projects from design through to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the structural design and delivery of projects for hi-rise steel-framed residential buildings from 35 – 50 storeys.
• Produce and check calculations, drawings, and specifications in line with Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Manage and coordinate with architects, contractors, and other consultants to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Attend site visits to monitor progress, conduct inspections, and resolve technical issues.

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Your Profile

Essential:

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with ICE or IStructE.
• Strong technical expertise in the design of steel, concrete, timber, and masonry structures.
• Proven experience leading projects through all stages of design and construction.
• Skilled in structural analysis/design software (e.g., Tekla, SCIA, SAP2000, IDEA Statica) and BIM/CAD tools (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with confidence in presenting and managing stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Desirable:

• Experience in sustainable design and embodied carbon assessments.
• Track record of winning or contributing to new project work.
• Previous involvement in mentoring graduate/junior engineers.

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What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 (DOE).
• The opportunity to work on diverse, challenging, and high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
• Clear career progression, with opportunities to move into senior management or associate roles.
• Hybrid working arrangements from the Leeds office.
• Supportive and collaborative environment, with ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Benefits package including pension contributions, performance-related bonuses, and professional membership support.

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How to Apply

If you are a Chartered Structural Engineer seeking to take the next step in your career—working with a consultancy where you can combine technical leadership, client interaction, and career progression—we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV, along with a short cover letter explaining why this opportunity aligns with your career goals.