Lead Structural Engineer in WD1

Job Description

Help shape the future of safer, more sustainable buildings.\nAn 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.\n 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.\n 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.\n 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.\n Key Responsibilities \nLead and manage structural engineering activities and technical services \nOversee structural engineering projects, ensuring compliance with BS and EN standards \nDevelop and interpret structural test regimes involving static and dynamic behaviour \nManage laboratory testing activities to ensure safe and reliable outcomes \nCoordinate engineers, technicians, and laboratory staff to deliver projects efficiently \nProduce and review high-quality technical proposals and reports \nSupport client engagement, business development, and industry representation \nContribute to structural inspection, assessment, and fire performance activities \nSupport 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.\n Requirements: \nChartered Structural Engineer status \nStrong knowledge of BS and EN codes and standards \nExperience leading complex structural engineering and testing activities \nUnderstanding of static and dynamic structural behaviour \nExperience managing multidisciplinary teams \nAbility to produce technical reports and proposals \nKnowledge of UK construction methods and materials \nStructural fire design and assessment experience \nAutoCAD and FEA modelling experience \nCommercial awareness and client-facing experience Benefits \nCompetitive salary \nHybrid working \nEmployer-matched pension scheme \nLife assurance \nEnhanced maternity package \nHealthcare cashback scheme \nOnsite facilities including restaurant, nursery, and free parking \nEV charging facilities \nProfessional membership reimbursement \nExcellent 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