Senior Structural Engineer

Permanent

Join Our Growing Structural Engineering Consultancy in Cornwall

Are you an experienced structural engineer looking for your next challenge? Form Consulting Engineers has an exciting opportunity for a driven, self-motivated professional with strong project management and team leadership skills.

We are approaching our fourth anniversary and have already established ourselves as a thriving structural and civil engineering consultancy with huge potential for growth. Based in Truro and operating throughout Devon and Cornwall, we work on a wide variety of residential and commercial projects, from small domestic alterations to large multi-million-pound developments in unique locations.

Joining our team means you will play a key role in shaping the future of the business, contributing to both technical excellence and strategic development. You will benefit from our established systems and infrastructure while enjoying the scope and influence of working in a growing company.


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Sick pay and healthcare benefits

  • Company pension scheme

  • Flexible working hours (flexi-time)


About the Role

You will be responsible for the detailed structural design and analysis of concrete, steel, timber, and masonry structures. You will work closely with architects and other design professionals to deliver projects on time and to the highest standard. In the absence of our Technical Director, you may also take the technical lead, mentoring and guiding the existing team.

Key duties include:

  • Leading structural engineering design projects from concept to tender stage

  • Managing project delivery, budgets, invoicing, and client relationships

  • Conducting site visits and inspections to ensure design compliance

  • Preparing project reviews, fee proposals, and tender documentation

  • Supporting business development by building relationships with design practices, contractors, and clients

  • Assisting with marketing, recruitment, and other business needs


What We’re Looking For

  • MEng/BEng degree in Structural Engineering

  • Chartered or working towards Chartered Membership of IStructE

  • 3–4 years’ proven consultancy experience (senior engineer level preferred)

  • Strong technical knowledge and proven track record in project delivery

  • Confident leadership and team management skills

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Familiarity with standard engineering practices, techniques, and procedures

  • Experience in Party Wall Surveys (desirable but not essential)


If you are motivated, ambitious, and ready to help drive a growing structural engineering business forward, we want to hear from you.


Please send your CV and cover letter to Business Development Director, Emily Caulfield at emilyc@formconsulting.co.uk.

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