Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Structural Engineer to join a well-established, design-led consultancy based in a modern Glasgow city centre office. The practice is renowned for delivering multimillion-pound, award-winning projects across a diverse range of sectors and is continuing to grow its presence in Scotland and the wider UK.

This role offers the chance to take a leading technical position on high-profile schemes, influence design direction, and mentor junior engineers, while working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver structural designs on complex, multimillion-pound projects from concept through to completion

• Act as project engineer on key schemes, coordinating with architects, contractors, and other consultants

• Produce and review high-quality structural calculations, drawings, and specifications

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior and graduate engineers

• Ensure designs comply with current UK codes, standards, and best practice

• Contribute to design reviews, value engineering, and risk management

• Support client relationships and attend meetings as a senior technical representative

• Assist with fee proposals, programme planning, and project resourcing where required

Project Sectors

Projects may include (but are not limited to):

• Commercial and mixed-use developments

• Residential and high-rise buildings

• Education and cultural buildings

• Infrastructure and complex refurbishment schemes

Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering

• Chartered or working towards Chartered status (ICE or IStructE)

• Significant UK experience in a structural engineering consultancy environment

• Strong design experience in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber

• Proven ability to manage projects and work autonomously

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Experience mentoring and supporting junior team members

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on prestigious, award-winning projects

• Modern, city centre Glasgow office with excellent transport links

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Clear career progression and support towards Chartership (if not already achieved)

• Flexible working arrangements

• Collaborative culture that values technical excellence and innovation

Ideal Candidate

You will be a motivated and technically strong Senior Structural Engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and thrives in a collaborative, design-focused environment.