GHD

Job Description

Join GHD as a Senior / Principal Civil/Structural Engineer (P006)

Location: London, Manchester, Newcastle, or Leeds

Reports to: Team Leader

Job Type: Full-time | Hybrid Working Available

About the Role

Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career? GHD is looking for a Senior or Principal Civil/Structural Engineer to join our growing team in the UK. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the water, industrial, and infrastructure sectors — all while contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality, sustainable engineering solutions.

You’ll be a key player in our multidisciplinary teams, helping to shape the built environment through innovative design, technical leadership, and collaborative project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver civil and structural designs, calculations, and technical drawings across a variety of materials and structural forms.
• Lead medium-sized projects and contribute to larger, complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Support financial and commercial management of engineering commissions.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
• Apply engineering principles and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Use CAD, 3D modelling, and BIM tools to develop and refine design solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers, design managers, and technical leads to achieve best-for-project outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience in civil/structural engineering design, particularly in water and industrial sectors.
• Proficiency in geotechnical design, including retaining walls and foundations.
• Ability to produce and review high-quality design documentation and reports.
• Understanding of how other building engineering disciplines influence structural design.
• Familiarity with Eurocodes and leading structural design software (e.g., Tekla/TEDDS, Robot).
• Experience with 3D Revit modelling and BIM processes.
• Proven ability to lead and manage engineering projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (with advanced structural analysis and design).
• Chartered Engineer status (IStructE or ICE).
• Experience mentoring junior team members.
• Knowledge of engineering practices in water, transportation, industrial, or energy sectors.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) compliance
• Project delivery performance (time, budget, quality)
• Revenue and utilisation targets
• Internal workshare and collaboration
• Team development and standardisation

Why GHD?

At GHD, we’re committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in water, energy, and urbanisation. You’ll join a global network of passionate professionals, working together to deliver impactful, sustainable solutions. We offer flexible working, career development, and a supportive culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Ready to build a better world with us?

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that’s shaping the future of infrastructure.