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Market conditions have dramatically improved since the beginning of 2021. Vertical growth in most project sectors has created exponential opportunity for businesses of all sizes across the UK.
Structural Engineer Salary Guide 2022
| Structural Engineer Level | Salary Low | Salary High |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Structural Engineer (1-2 years) | £25,000 | £32,000 |
| Intermediate Structural Engineer (2-5 years) | £33,000 | £45,000 |
| Senior Structural Engineer (7-10 years) | £45,000 | £60,000 |
| Principal Structural Engineer (10-15 years) | £60,000 | £70,000 |
| Associate Structural Engineer | £65,000 | £75,000 |
| Associate Structural Engineering Director | £75,000 | £90,000 |
| Technical Structural Engineering Director | £80,000 | £100,000 |
| Director of Structural Engineering | £90,000 | £120,000 |
Structural Technician Salary Guide 2022
| Structural Technician Level | Experience (years) | Salary Low | Salary High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Structural AutoCAD Technician | 0-3 | £20,000 | £26,000 |
| Junior Structural Revit Technician | 0-3 | £22,000 | £30,000 |
| Structural AutoCAD Technician | 3-7 | £28,000 | £35,000 |
| Structural Revit Technician | 3-7 | £30,000 | £38,000 |
| Senior Structural AutoCAD Technician | 7-10 | £35,000 | £45,000 |
| Senior Structural Revit Technician | 7-10 | £38,000 | £50,000 |
| Senior Structural Technician / CAD Manager | 10+ | £45,000 | + |
| BIM Manager | 10+ | £55,000 | + |
Structural Engineer Contract hires:
The introduction of IR35 has undoubtedly had an impact on the contractor workforce. Our industry has always been very heavily supported by contractors with the natural peaks and troughs created by projects. We have seen a slow, but steady increase in contract enquiries from our clients, which have been created due to the sheer demand for permanent talent & clients not being able to wait for the full permanent recruitment process (interviews, notice periods etc.)
Contract candidates naturally prefer Outside IR35 contracts given the “benefits”. The majority of Design Engineers who have a proven track record in contract assignments, are mostly in contracts again; a stark contrast from the beginning of 2021.
Due to the shortage of permanent talent within our beloved sector & the huge amount of demand, I am confident we will see continued growth in the contract market, both inside & outside of IR35, with more clients unfortunately having to accept the higher rate options for contract PAYE candidates, even as a short-term fix until they secure a permanent candidate.
| Structural Engineer Level | Contract Salaries Outside IR35 |
|---|---|
| Senior Structural Engineer (5-10 years’ experience) | £28-35 p/h |
| Senior Structural Engineer (10 years’ + experience) | £35-45 p/h |
| Structural AutoCAD Technician (5-10 years’ experience) | £25-28 p/h |
| Structural AutoCAD Technician (10 years’ + experience) | £28-32 p/h |
| Structural Revit Technician (5-10 years’ experience) | £27-32 p/h |
| Structural Revit Technician (10 years’ + experience) | £32-36 p/h |