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Principal Structural Engineer in Leeds

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Principal Structural Engineer\n Leeds - Hybrid Working\n\nA highly respected engineering Consultancy is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to play a key role within its established Leeds Buildings team.\n\nThis position offers the opportunity to influence the direction of projects, develop client relationships and help shape the future growth of a well-regarded structural engineering team. Working across sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and logistics, you will be involved in the delivery of complex and varied building structures projects from initial concept through to completion.\n\nThe successful candidate will act as both a technical leader and trusted advisor, providing guidance to project teams whilst maintaining close relationships with clients, architects, contractors and fellow consultants. You will take ownership of project delivery, ensuring designs are technically robust, commercially successful and delivered in line with programme requirements.\n\nThis role would suit an experienced Structural Engineer who enjoys the challenge of early-stage problem solving, developing practical design solutions and leading multidisciplinary teams through the design process.

Alongside project responsibilities, you will play an important role in mentoring Engineers and Technicians, helping to foster a collaborative and technically strong team environment.\n\nApplicants should possess a minimum of ten years' experience within a UK building structures Consultancy and have a proven track record delivering projects across a range of sectors. Experience working on medium to high-rise developments would be particularly advantageous. You should be comfortable working across steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures and confident managing both the technical and commercial aspects of project delivery.\n\nStrong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as the role involves regular interaction with clients and external design teams.

Chartered status is desirable, although the Consultancy places significant value on practical experience, leadership capability and technical expertise.\n\nIn return, you will join a business recognised not only for its engineering capability but also for its commitment to its people. Hybrid working, a comprehensive benefits package, professional development support and genuine opportunities for career advancement are all on offer. The Consultancy has received recognition for both employee wellbeing and workplace culture, creating an environment where individuals are trusted, supported and encouraged to develop their careers.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Structural Engineer looking for a position that combines technical leadership, project influence and long-term progression within a highly successful Consultancy.\n\nFor more information about this role, please contact Sam at Calibre Search or click apply.\n\nCalibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their , , disability, religion/beliefs, or .

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Principal Structural Engineer in Leeds

Leeds, UK
Full time

Published on 06/23/2026

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