Engineers

Useful Simple; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Hybrid working

Employee Benefit Trust

B Corp

Job summary

Expedition Engineering, part of the Useful Simple Trust, is hiring for senior advisory engineers in London. This hybrid role expects Chartered engineers with consulting experience to guide major infrastructure programmes, deliver strategic insights, and lead client workshops.

We value clear communication, senior-level advisory capability, and comfort with modern delivery frameworks. The team offers professional development, a supportive culture, and opportunities to influence multi-billion

Qualifications

• Chartered membership with IStructE, ICE, or equivalent professional body.
• Experience advising clients and leading advisory commissions beyond traditional design delivery.
• Strong communication skills with reports, briefs, or strategy documents.
• Familiarity with modern delivery frameworks (Construction Playbook, NIC, etc.).
• Interest or skill in digital tools and data workflows enhances impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary advisory commissions for major capital projects.
• Engage client stakeholders, present findings, and run workshops.
• Develop and communicate technical reports and strategy documents clearly.
• Apply industry frameworks to improve delivery performance and reduce risk.

Skills

Chartered engineer

Consulting & advisory experience

Clear communication

Industry delivery frameworks

Python/Excel scripting

Education

Chartered Engineer

Tools

Python scripting

Data visualization

Production system modelling

Job description

Location: London (Hybrid working – min 2–3 days in office/week) Level:Principal/Associate/Associate Director/Director Background: Chartered Civil or Structural Engineers with Management/Technical Consulting Experience Package:Competitive salary (DOE) + B Corp + Employee Benefit Trust, private healthcare and much more.

Ready to shape the future of major infrastructure? Bring your engineering expertise to client advisory – we’re always on the lookout for talented people.

Infrastructure Performance Consultants (Principal, Associate & Associate Director)

At Expedition Engineering (part of the Useful Simple Trust), our engineering-led strategic advisory team transforms how major capital programmes operate. We help them improve efficiency, boost productivity, adopt industrialised construction, and cut carbon, waste, and error at scale. We are always on the look-out to hire talented people – across a range of engineering backgrounds, including civil, structural, manufacturing, mechanical...wherever in the value chain you come from.

What you will bring

We are seeking individuals who combine deep engineering credibility with a consulting mindset. You are likely a Chartered Engineer who has moved beyond standard design delivery to advise clients, solve systemic delivery challenges, and lead advisory commissions. A background in major civils delivery or manufacturing/process engineering would be viewed positively (although is not essential if there is something else that you offer).

Core Background & Capabilities:

• Technical & Professional Grounding: Chartered membership with IStructE, ICE, or an equivalent professional body, built on a strong engineering foundation.
• Consulting & Advisory Experience: An interest in, or at director level, proven experience operating in a consultancy or advisory environment—beyond traditional design office delivery. You understand client dynamics, commercial management, and how to navigate complex project environments.
• Communication: An ability to communicate with clarity, with a track record of authoring clear, concise technical reports, client briefs, or strategy documents. You are equally confident presenting to your seniors in a formal setting as you are leading collaborative client workshops or technical calls.
• Industry Frameworks: Familiarity with modern delivery frameworks such as the Construction Playbook, Project 13, NIC guidance, or Lean process improvements.
• Digital Capabilities (Nice to Have): While core civil/structural and consulting capabilities are essential, an interest or skill in digital tools, Python/Excel scripting, data visualization, or production system modelling is a fantastic multiplier.

Why Join Expedition’s IPC Team?

• Influence at the Highest Level: You will have the opportunity to directly shape multi-billion-pound capital programmes, advising senior leaders on how to deliver infrastructure faster, leaner, and greener. Our clients include HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, the environment agency, energy programmes and water companies.
• Work with World-Leading Experts: Join an interdisciplinary team of thought leaders across engineering, sustainability, process improvement, and DfMA.
• Fast-Track Progression: As an established senior team within an agile SME, we offer direct access to leadership opportunities, BD involvement, and commission ownership to advance your career.
• Purpose-Driven Culture: We are a certified B Corp, Social Enterprise, and Employee Benefit Trust. Our profits are shared equitably and reinvested into research, social, and environmental causes.

What We Offer

• Flexible & Hybrid Working: 37.5 hours per week with hybrid working and the option of a compressed 9-day fortnight.
• Generous Benefits: Private medical insurance (for you and your family), life assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and a company pension scheme starting at 6%.
• Professional Development: Mentoring, personal development programmes, and continuous learning embedded in a coaching culture.
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Service Recognition Awards.

Diversity Statement

The Useful Simple Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in engineering and construction.