Principal Structural Engineer

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.

The Role

We are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join our Building Structures team in Birmingham. This is a senior role where you will take the lead on the design, delivery and management of structural engineering projects, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

You will play a key role in shaping projects from concept through to completion, providing technical leadership, overseeing design delivery, and supporting the growth and development of the team.

Key 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

About You

• 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 IStructE 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

What We Offer

• 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

Additional Information

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.

Submit your online application in order to receive an automated confirmation email. If progressed to the first stage, you can expect to hear from a member of our recruitment team. If successful, an interview will be arranged at a time convenient for both you and our hiring manager. The initial conversation may be via Teams, and we encourage meeting in person at our offices for a follow-up conversation.

Good luck, and we look forward to welcoming you to the Waterman family!

Life Here

"All the hard work you put in will result in something that will remain long after you are gone. Its like a stamp you have left on the world."

Bodunde Balogun - Apprentice, Infrastructure and Environment

"I have felt so welcome during my time here and even in such a short time have learnt a great deal!"