Associate Structural Engineer - Lead Projects & Mentors

Buro Happold Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Buro Happold Limited in Manchester seeks an Associate Structural Engineer to lead projects, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence across a diverse portfolio in the North West and beyond.

The role emphasizes leadership, client relations, and advancing knowledge in modern construction methods and embodied carbon reductions. Chartered status and a strong UK project track record are essential for progression.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical leadership in structural engineering projects.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers to support chartership journeys.
• Strong portfolio of UK projects across multiple sectors and refurbishment/new build.
• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng).
• Chartered Engineer status with relevant institution (ICE/IStructE).

Responsibilities

• Lead projects for the group and maintain productive client relationships.
• Prepare technical specifications and review work of other engineers.
• Monitor project financial performance and manage resources.
• Guide less experienced team members to achieve project success.
• Prepare bid proposals with senior directors and bid team.
• Support business development with existing clients to seek new work.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring

UK project portfolio

Civil/Structural engineering

Chartered engineer

Line management

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Buro Happold Limited in Manchester seeks an Associate Structural Engineer to lead projects, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence across a diverse portfolio in the North West and beyond.

The role emphasizes leadership, client relations, and advancing knowledge in modern construction methods and embodied carbon reductions. Chartered status and a strong UK project track record are essential for progression.