Lead Structural Engineer
Location: Watford hybrid working from home one day per week
Salary: £60-70K plus excellent benefits package
About the Opportunity
Our client is a highly respected organisation operating at the forefront of research, testing and innovation within the built environment sector .
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Structural Engineer to combine deep technical expertise with strategic influence, leading complex engineering, testing and assurance projects that support safer, higher-performing and more sustainable buildings across the UK and internationally.
You will provide technical leadership across structural engineering activities, oversee laboratory-based testing programmes, and act as a trusted technical authority for clients, internal teams and industry stakeholders.
Key Requirements
You will be a Chartered Structural Engineer with strong technical capability, leadership experience and the confidence to manage complex structural engineering and testing programmes. You will ideally bring:
Chartered Structural Engineer status
Strong knowledge of BS and EN codes and standards
Experience leading complex structural engineering, testing and assurance activities
Strong understanding of static and dynamic structural behaviour
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, technicians and laboratory staff
Ability to produce and review high-quality technical reports, proposals and client documentation
Knowledge of UK construction methods, materials and building systems
Experience in structural inspection, assessment and fire performance
Exposure to structural fire design and assessment
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and FEA modelling
Strong commercial awareness and client-facing communication skills
Role & Responsibilities
As Lead Structural Engineer, you will take responsibility for the delivery and development of high-quality structural engineering services, supporting technical excellence, safe delivery and continued growth within the Structural Technology team. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and managing structural engineering activities and technical services
Overseeing projects to ensure compliance with relevant BS and EN standards
Developing and interpreting structural test regimes, including static and dynamic behaviour
Managing laboratory-based testing activities to ensure safe, robust and reliable outcomes
Coordinating engineers, technicians and laboratory staff to deliver projects efficiently
Producing and reviewing technical proposals, reports and client deliverables
Supporting client engagement, business development and industry representation
Contributing to structural inspection, assessment and fire performance activities
Helping to grow the technical profile and commercial capability of the Structural Technology team
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected technical organisation making a real impact on building safety, sustainability and performance .
The role offers a strong platform for an ambitious structural engineering leader who wants to influence complex technical projects, work with specialist facilities and contribute to the future of safer and more sustainable built environments.
Benefits include:
Hybrid role working from home one day per week
Employer-matched pension scheme
Life assurance
Enhanced maternity package
Healthcare cashback scheme
Onsite restaurant, nursery and free parking
EV charging facilities
Professional membership reimbursement
Excellent learning and development opportunities
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