Associate Structural Design Engineer

Calibre Search; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in South Central UK is seeking an Associate Structural Design Engineer to manage projects and teams. The role includes financial oversight and engineering leadership within a prominent firm. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in designing various structures. The position offers excellent career progression and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Accredited training

Bespoke personal development plan

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Agile offices

Qualifications

• Chartered status with ICE, IStructE, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in structural investigations and 'Building Safety Act' reporting.
• Financial management experience and client development knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage the structural engineering team.
• Handle financial responsibilities for projects.
• Conduct site visits and structural surveys.

Skills

Experience in designing foundations

Familiarity with Tekla software

Strong leadership skills

Experience in residential markets

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Designer

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Associate Structural Design Engineer, South Central, UK

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Location:

South Central, UK, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

We are currently working with one of the UK's best known multidisciplinary consultancies as they look to add an Associate Structural Design Engineer to their division in Milton Keynes.

Company Profile:

This consultancy's Design Division delivers projects across multiple niche sectors including residential housing developments, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, energy, and more. They focus on balancing form and function while considering sustainability, materiality, cost, and constructability.

Digitalisation is at the core of their delivery model, allowing clients and stakeholders to experience designs from project concept through detailed drawings, leveraging decades of expertise across industries and disciplines. They help clients harmonise design drivers through inspired engineering, architecture, and development services.

What you'll be doing:

This role offers an excellent career progression opportunity within a well-reputed, industry-leading team. Responsibilities include managing the full project lifecycle, financial oversight, and team management. You will report to the Director of Structural Engineering.

Duties:

• Assist Associate Director / Director in managing the structural engineering team
• Manage projects and project teams independently
• Handle financial responsibilities for your projects
• Prepare fee quotations and handle invoicing
• Manage staff and collaborate with other consultants
• Develop the engineering team further
• Work with senior stakeholders and clients
• Conduct site visits, structural surveys, investigations, and repair schemes for various structures

Candidate Profile:

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, preferably be chartered with ICE, IStructE, or equivalent, or be progressing towards chartership.

Additional requirements include:

• Experience in designing foundations, masonry, concrete (including detailing), steel, and timber structures to Eurocodes
• Experience in residential markets, including traditional and framed structures
• Market awareness with knowledge of financial management, client development, and project appointment processes
• Experience in structural investigations of residential and commercial properties, including 'Building Safety Act' reporting
• Familiarity with Tekla software (Tekla Designer, Tedds) and ideally AutoCAD/Revit
• Strong leadership skills and previous management experience are advantageous
• Decision-making ability, motivation, initiative, and comfort with autonomy and innovation

Company benefits include an employee stock purchase plan, accredited training, a bespoke personal development plan, a diverse and inclusive workplace, agile offices, and hybrid working arrangements.

This is a unique opportunity. If your experience aligns, please apply or contact Jamie Will at Calibre Search.

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