Project / Senior Engineer
Building a better future
Who We Are
Curtins are an employee owned and award winning engineering consultancy. We take pride in the positive impact we make on the world around us and have delivered practical and innovative solutions for over 60 years, building a better future for everyone.
Joining Curtins means more than just being involved in project delivery – it means becoming part of a warm and welcoming team, where your skills can evolve, your career is nurtured and we work together to create a lasting legacy.
The Role
We are looking for a talented Project / Senior Engineer to join our Bristol Structures team. You will play a key role in the inspection, assessment and re‑use / retrofit of existing buildings, as well as contributing to the design of new structures across a wide variety of sectors.
This is a hands-on, technically engaging role with regular opportunities for site visits, early responsibility, and the chance to lead your own projects from day one.
We are well known locally for working on new-build and retrofit projects such as 1000 Aztec West, St Mary le Port, major projects at the Universities of West of England and Bristol and numerous building inspections and assessments.
The Right Fit
We’re looking for someone who brings both strong technical capability and the right personal qualities.
You will be experienced in structural design, ideally in a consultancy environment
Have proven experience leading small to medium-sized projects independently, with limited supervision.
Be comfortable working across a varied portfolio including inspections, surveys, assessments, reuse/retrofit and new-build design.
Be actively progressing within your professional institution (ICE/ IstructE or equivalent) training pathway.
Above all the right fit will be guided by what is right when making decisions, who recognises the contribution of others and shares their successes. Someone who is kind, conscientious and has pride in their work and the legacy our profession leaves for everyone.
The Extras
Industry leading benefits - Including 5* Holiday Lodges!
Award winning training and development programmes
Take a look at our Careers page to find out more about our structured training programmes and Employee Extras
We are an Investors in People - Platinum accredited company, a standard currently held by fewer than 1% of IIP accredited organisations!
To find out more about us check out Curtins' News & Views
We value diversity and respect all differences in people.
If you have any questions, would like to discuss any adjustments to the application process or would just like some more information please contact us using the chat function 💬 or email 📧 Recruitment@curtins.com
We invite enthusiastic individuals who share our values of Being human, Integrity, Impact and Curiosity to apply to join us.

- Specialism
- Civil & Structural
- Locations
- Bristol
- Remote Status
- Hybrid working
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours per week (8.30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday)
Colleagues
Bristol
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