Senior Structural Engineer | Project Lead (Hybrid)

Overview

An established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to take a leading role in the delivery of complex building projects across a diverse portfolio of sectors. This position offers the opportunity to oversee projects from initial planning through construction, collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, and contribute to the growth of both clients and junior team members.

You'll join a collaborative environment where technical excellence, professional development, and long-term career progression are genuinely encouraged.

Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 DOE + performance bonus
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and engineering delivery for a variety of new-build, renovation, and expansion projects.
• Act as the primary technical contact for clients, architects, contractors, and project consultants.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are achieved.
• Develop structural calculations, reports, specifications, drawings, and construction documentation.
• Perform structural analysis in accordance with applicable industry codes and design standards.
• Carry out site visits and structural assessments of existing and active construction projects.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and contractor requests during the construction phase.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers and designers.
• Monitor project performance, resource allocation, and financial targets.
• Support client engagement activities and contribute to the development of long-term business relationships.
• Travel periodically for project meetings, inspections, and client engagements.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licence required; additional structural certifications are advantageous.
• Approximately 10+ years of experience delivering building structures projects from concept design through construction.
• Strong understanding of structural systems across steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, precast, timber, and cold-formed framing.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing client relationships.
• Demonstrated success delivering renovations, adaptive reuse projects, building additions, and new construction developments.
• Working knowledge of current building codes and industry design standards.
• Proficiency with structural design and drafting software, including Revit, RAM, Bluebeam, and related engineering tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Project Types

This role offers exposure to a wide range of building sectors, including:

• Higher education and academic facilities
• Healthcare environments
• Research and laboratory buildings
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Mixed-use and commercial developments
• Hospitality projects
• Parking structures
• Educational facilities
• Complex renovation and rehabilitation assignments

Why Apply?

• Join a highly respected engineering practice with a strong reputation for technical excellence.
• Work on challenging and high-profile projects across multiple market sectors.
• Enjoy genuine influence over project delivery and client relationships.
• Mentor and develop emerging engineering talent.
• Benefit from a flexible hybrid working model that supports work-life balance.
• Access ongoing professional development, training, and support for career advancement.
• Competitive compensation package with bonus potential and comprehensive employee benefits.
• Generous paid time off and retirement savings support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced structural engineer looking to combine hands-on technical leadership with project management responsibility while continuing to work on diverse and meaningful building projects.