Senior Structural Engineer

Sweco; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Pension

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary Bonus

Subscriptions paid

25 days holiday

Cycle2Work

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Salary Sacrifice EV

Tree planting

Job summary

Sweco in London is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join the Structures team. You will lead the design, manage complex calculations, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects from concept to construction.

The role emphasizes client liaison, technical excellence, and mentorship, with flexible and hybrid working opportunities reflected in Sweco’s benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil and Structural Engineering or related field.
• Masters preferred for role.
• Chartered Engineer status or close to it is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Project delivery: manage portals, data environments, reports and technical drawings for planning and construction.
• Design: lead design development and coordination across projects.
• Calculations: perform detailed structural calculations per codes and standards.
• Coordination & collaboration: liaise with project teams, clients, contractors and regulators.
• Team contribution: mentor less experienced staff and lead by example.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil and Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Chartered Engineer (or close)

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

Tekla

Robot

Revit

IDEA Statica

Job description

Job Description

Do you have what it takes to transform society?

We are currently looking for a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join our Structures team in central London just a few minutes walk from Liverpool Street station.

What does the role involve?

Project Delivery

Managing project portals and common data environments, preparing complex reports, presentation documents and technical drawings suitable for planning applications and construction. You'll lead the production of construction details, specifications and technical submission packages as well as contribute to the preparation of tender proposals.

Design

Leading the design development, project coordination and implementation of engineering solutions on some projects. Contributing to the development of technical excellence.

Calculations

Conducting detailed and complex structural calculations using the relevant software and/or by hand in accordance with relevant codes and standards.

Coordination & Collaboration

Communicating effectively with the project team, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients, contractors and regulatory bodies to ensure project success. Participate/lead in client meetings and presentations to convey design concepts and findings.

Team contribution

Supporting less experienced employees with workload management and mentorship as well as leading by example.

What do you need to be successful in the role?

We are looking for candidates who have a Bachelor's degree in Civil and Structural Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred), along with demonstrable project delivery experience. You'll likely be a Chartered Engineer (or close) and will be skilled in software such as ETABS, SAFE, Tekla, Robot, Revit and IDEA Statica.

You'll have excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication abilities and be able to interact effectively with clients, architects and wider project teams.

With extensive experience in concrete, steel and timber design, along with excellent mathematical, analytical and problem-solving abilities, you'll have full knowledge of project delivery requirements across design stages, including the construction process

What’s in it for you?

You’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop. A meaningful job where you’ll help to transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients.

If you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy)
• Competitive pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year)
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• We plant a tree for all new starters!