Senior Structural Engineer

Toynbee Associates; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-led consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects and develop engineering teams. This role offers ownership of various structural projects, client relationship management, and the opportunity to work in a supportive team environment. Candidates should be Chartered with the IStructE and capable of navigating both technical and commercial aspects of projects. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Benefits

26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free gym at the London office

Cycle to work scheme

BUPA healthcare and life insurance

CPD support with progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Structural Engineer with experience in leading projects from concept to handover.
• Strong team leadership skills with the ability to mentor and delegate.
• Commercially minded understanding the intersection of good engineering and business.

Responsibilities

• Run diverse structural projects ensuring quality, timing, and budget adherence.
• Lead and develop engineers and technicians in a calm and organized way.
• Represent the business with clients and design teams, building lasting relationships.

Skills

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Client relationship management

Technical oversight

Fluent with AutoCAD and structural design software

Education

Chartered with the IStructE

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

TEDDS

Tekla Structural Designer

Oasys GSA

Revit

Job description

Are you the kind of structural engineer who lights up when you can shape both great design and a great team? Do you want to work in a small, values-led consultancy where your decisions are visible, your ideas are heard, and your impact is huge?

Location: London or Sussex

At Toynbee Associates, trusted relationships and technical excellence sit side by side. We're growing, and we're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer who's as confident with people and clients as they are with calculations and codes.

Why this role might be right for you

• Do you want real ownership of projects, people development, and day-to-day operations rather than just delivering a brief
• Do you enjoy partnering with architects and contractors, shaping intelligent solutions (especially on refurb and existing buildings), and spotting opportunities for new work?
• Are you ready to be a visible leader who mentors, delegates well, and builds a culture of accountability and learning
• Would you value a balanced week with flexibility, clear progression to associate/director level, and a business that welcomes your voice in management decisions?

What you'll lead

• Run a diverse portfolio of structural projects to agreed quality, time and budget
• Lead and develop engineers and technicians-setting direction, supporting growth, and creating a calm, organised delivery rhythm
• Represent the business with clients and design teams, building lasting relationships and opening doors to future work
• Take ownership of day-to-day operational delivery, creating space for the Managing Director to focus on strategy
• Provide technical oversight to ensure designs align with current codes, regulations and best practice
• Contribute to bids and business development with commercially aware, creative solutions

About you

• Chartered with the IStructE (essential) and qualified in engineering (bachelor's or master's)
• Confident running projects from concept to handover, including refurbishment and existing structures
• Natural team leader-collaborative, clear, encouraging and comfortable delegating
• Commercially thoughtful-you understand how good engineering and good business go together
• Great with people-credible with clients, calm under pressure, and happy representing the brand externally
• Fluent with AutoCAD, TEDDS, Tekla Structural Designer and Oasys GSA (Revit is a bonus, not a must)

How we work

• If Sussex-based, you'll join the London office two days a week to connect with the wider team
• Typically four days in the office and one from home
• Core hours 10:00-16:00 so you can plan life's appointments around your day

What's in it for you

• Salary £55,000-£70,000 depending on experience
• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free gym at the London office
• Cycle to work scheme
• BUPA healthcare and life insurance
• CPD support and a clear path to associate/director level, with a real say in how we run and grow

Ready to have a bigger impact?

If you're a Chartered Structural Engineer who wants to lead projects, develop people and help grow a respected consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

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