Senior Structural Engineer
- Girling Jones Ltd
- Ivybridge, Devon
- Jan 18, 2026
Full time
Construction
Job Description
The Company
An established and highly regarded multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy based in the South West is looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to support continued growth.
This is not a consultancy delivering the same buildings on repeat. Their work is defined by location, landscape and imagination the kind of projects only a locally rooted Devon practice gets trusted with. From homes perched on clifftops, marine and coastal structures, island retreats, zoos, and sustainable restaurants, to complex refurbishments and bespoke commercial schemes, their portfolio is as varied as it is technically demanding.
The consultancy is known for thoughtful, design-led engineering, close collaboration with architects and clients, and a pragmatic approach that balances creativity with buildability. Structural, civil and geotechnical teams work seamlessly together to deliver truly integrated solutions.
The Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you ll combine hands-on technical delivery with leadership, mentoring and client engagement. You ll be trusted with interesting, complex projects from early concept through to construction, while helping shape best practice across the team.
Your responsibilities will include:
You ll be a confident Structural Engineer who enjoys variety, challenge and responsibility, bringing:
If you re tired of repetitive schemes and want to work on projects with personality, in a consultancy that values engineering judgement, creativity and local expertise, this is a rare opportunity to do genuinely interesting work while progressing your career.
An established and highly regarded multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy based in the South West is looking to appoint a Senior Structural Engineer to support continued growth.
This is not a consultancy delivering the same buildings on repeat. Their work is defined by location, landscape and imagination the kind of projects only a locally rooted Devon practice gets trusted with. From homes perched on clifftops, marine and coastal structures, island retreats, zoos, and sustainable restaurants, to complex refurbishments and bespoke commercial schemes, their portfolio is as varied as it is technically demanding.
The consultancy is known for thoughtful, design-led engineering, close collaboration with architects and clients, and a pragmatic approach that balances creativity with buildability. Structural, civil and geotechnical teams work seamlessly together to deliver truly integrated solutions.
The Role
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you ll combine hands-on technical delivery with leadership, mentoring and client engagement. You ll be trusted with interesting, complex projects from early concept through to construction, while helping shape best practice across the team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and detailing a wide range of structures, including:
- Reinforced concrete and steel frames
- Masonry and timber structures
- Retaining walls, basements and coastal works
- Structural alterations and refurbishment projects
- Working on unique and technically challenging schemes including clifftop dwellings, marine works and specialist leisure projects
- Assessing existing structures for condition, capacity and adaptive reuse
- Interpreting architectural and M&E layouts to produce coordinated structural designs
- Preparing and reviewing technical reports such as structural assessments, design reports and condition surveys
- Ensuring compliance with Eurocodes, British Standards and current regulations
- Promoting a strong health & safety culture and best practice
- Supporting fee proposals and tender submissions
- Collaborating closely with civil and geotechnical colleagues on multidisciplinary projects
- Attending site visits, inspections, surveys and construction monitoring
- Building strong relationships with clients, architects, contractors and local authorities
You ll be a confident Structural Engineer who enjoys variety, challenge and responsibility, bringing:
- A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng / MEng / BSc)
- Typically 4 5+ years experience in a structural design consultancy
- Chartered status (IStructE or ICE) preferred, but not essential for strong candidates
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and MasterSeries
- The ability to lead projects independently or support others as part of a collaborative team
- High technical standards, attention to detail and strong communication skills
- A commitment to CPD and staying current with industry innovation
- A full UK driving licence
- Ability to live and work in the UK without sponsorship
- Salary: £40,000 £55,000 (depending on level and experience)
- Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (part-time considered)
- Hybrid Working
- Contract: Permanent
- Holiday: 28 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Pension: Company pension scheme
- Full support toward Chartership / Incorporated status (IStructE or ICE)
- Structured one-to-one mentoring
- Regular development and progression reviews
- Financial support for external training, courses and industry events
- In-house CPD covering both technical and professional skills
- Clear, achievable career pathways
If you re tired of repetitive schemes and want to work on projects with personality, in a consultancy that values engineering judgement, creativity and local expertise, this is a rare opportunity to do genuinely interesting work while progressing your career.
About Girling Jones Ltd