Overview

Principal Structural Engineer (Full-time or Part-time) – Abbott Holliday Partnership

Location: Essex, London or South-East (remote with occasional Kent office visits)

Salary: £50,000 Pro Rata

About Us

Abbott Holliday Partnership is a long-established structural engineering consultancy with over 45 years of experience, specialising in domestic and small commercial projects. As a family-run business, we are embarking on a new phase of investment and growth. We are seeking experienced Principal Structural Engineers to lead projects, manage inspections, and deliver high-quality structural reports and drawings.

Role Overview

The Principal Structural Engineer will be responsible for managing incoming enquiries, carrying out site inspections, producing technical designs, calculations, and reports, as well as supporting business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections, surveys, design, calculations, drawings, and reports
• Lead project design and specifications requiring advanced expertise
• Review and approve reports, drawings, and specifications before client submission
• Report directly to the Board of Directors
• Assess new enquiries, prepare quotes and invoices, and update CRM systems
• Participate in regular board conference calls on business performance and strategy
• Contribute to the online project diary to share commitments with the team
• Maintain timesheets linked to job reference numbers for P&L tracking

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng or equivalent)
• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and design standards
• Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to produce clear reports and drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, including formatting and layouts
• Access to a car with a valid UK driving licence

Desired Experience

• Team or staff management experience
• Proficiency with structural design software and CAD tools
• Litigation or expert witness experience (training available)
• Business development or client-facing experience

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills with practical, client-focused judgement
• Confidence to make and defend professional recommendations
• Exceptional attention to detail in both technical and written work
• Collaborative, can-do attitude with strong communication skills
• Ability to present solutions alongside identified challenges

Application Process

Submit your CV online. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. Successful applicants will be asked to provide references.

Closes: 10 November 2025

About The Institution

The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) is the world’s largest membership organisation dedicated to structural engineering. We uphold standards, share knowledge, promote structural engineering and provide a voice for the profession. Professional membership of the Institution is a global benchmark of competence and technical excellence, driving safety and innovation in the built environment. We create, develop and support communities of technical excellence. Our committees and panels and our Regional Group activity provide global connectivity for members and facilitate the sharing of knowledge. Our events, publications and training address structural engineers’ need for both a firm grasp of fundamentals and the profession’s increasing specialisation.