Principal Structural Engineer - Energy & Resources

Principal Structural Engineer – Energy & Resources

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Are you ready to lead transformative projects in renewable energy? We’re looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our Energy team, driving the design and delivery of hydropower and dam projects across the UK. This is your chance to make an impact on sustainable infrastructure while working in a collaborative, people‑focused environment.

As a member of our Structural Engineering team you will lead the delivery of high‑quality major structural engineering projects in the energy sector, focusing on hydropower and dams. You will collaborate with clients across the UK and play a key role in exceeding their requirements through technical delivery of projects.

You will report directly to our Energy Structural Engineering Lead, developing our structural knowledge and capability, and supporting internal opportunities in sectors beyond energy. This role can be based at any of our UK offices with flexible hybrid working options.

• Lead the structural engineering design and delivery of major energy projects, from concept and scheme design to detailed design, tender, and construction packages.
• Oversee the preparation of calculation packages for submission to regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Provide technical oversight and review contributions from project engineers and technicians.
• Promote innovation in design while maintaining high‑quality standards and adhering to Stantec’s quality assurance processes.

• Manage and develop graduate engineers, engineers and technicians within your team.
• Take ownership of resource planning, ensuring the efficient allocation of team capacity across projects.
• Contribute to divisional initiatives such as task groups and design innovation.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects and contractors.
• Support the preparation of fee proposals, bids and ITTs.
• Participate in client networking and represent the team at industry events, cultivating new opportunities.

• MEng or BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or actively working towards it) with either the IStruct
  
  E/ICE.
• Proven experience in structural design across various sectors, ideally including hydropower and dams.
• Proficiency in analysis, modelling and hand calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage clients and inspire team members.

• Our people culture: close‑knit team and proud of our friendly, collaborative environment.
• Growth: our energy business is on an exciting growth journey and we want you to be part of it.
• Awards:
  Stantec was awarded International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards, and consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great benefits: competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great projects: we have secured a number of major energy projects across the UK and are delivering a wide variety of projects that make a real difference to the UK’s sustainable infrastructure and energy security.
• Industry‑leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments, please contact and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Business Consulting and Services
• Location:
  
  Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
• Publication date: 3 days ago