Lead Structural Engineer

Help shape the future of safer, more sustainable buildings.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Structural Engineer to join a highly respected organisation operating at the forefront of research, testing, and innovation within the built environment sector.
This role offers the chance to combine technical expertise with strategic influence, leading complex engineering projects that contribute to improving building safety, performance, and sustainability across the UK and internationally.
The Role As Lead Structural Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across structural engineering activities, delivering high-quality engineering, testing, and assurance services while supporting business growth and industry impact.
You will oversee complex structural engineering programmes, laboratory-based testing activities, and multidisciplinary technical teams, acting as a trusted authority for both clients and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage structural engineering activities and technical services
• Oversee structural engineering projects, ensuring compliance with BS and EN standards
• Develop and interpret structural test regimes involving static and dynamic behaviour
• Manage laboratory testing activities to ensure safe and reliable outcomes
• Coordinate engineers, technicians, and laboratory staff to deliver projects efficiently
• Produce and review high-quality technical proposals and reports
• Support client engagement, business development, and industry representation
• Contribute to structural inspection, assessment, and fire performance activities
• Support the strategic growth and technical profile of the Structural Technology team

About You You will be a Chartered Structural Engineer with strong technical expertise and leadership capability.
Requirements:

• Chartered Structural Engineer status
• Strong knowledge of BS and EN codes and standards
• Experience leading complex structural engineering and testing activities
• Understanding of static and dynamic structural behaviour
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to produce technical reports and proposals
• Knowledge of UK construction methods and materials
• Structural fire design and assessment experience
• AutoCAD and FEA modelling experience
• Commercial awareness and client-facing experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Employer-matched pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity package
• Healthcare cashback scheme
• Onsite facilities including restaurant, nursery, and free parking
• EV charging facilities
• Professional membership reimbursement
• Excellent learning and development opportunities

Apply If you are looking for an opportunity to take a leading role within an innovative and technically driven environment, we would love to hear from you.

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