Senior Structural Engineer, Associate

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM); City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global design firm in London is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead complex structural projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, be chartered with IStructE or ICE, and possess a strong knowledge of UK and European building codes. This role emphasizes leadership, innovation, and mentorship within a collaborative culture. Join us to redefine design excellence and influence the built environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading complex structural projects.
• Strong design proficiency and knowledge.
• Deep experience in large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Champion the design process from concept to delivery.
• Lead structural engineering design and analysis.
• Mentor and inspire the next generation of design talent.

Skills

Leadership in structural engineering

Innovation and creativity

Communication skills

Technical proficiency in structural systems

Experience with UK and International Building Codes

Education

Chartered with IStructE or ICE

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer, Associate page is loaded## Senior Structural Engineer, Associatelocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-3817****Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)**** is a collective of over 1,200 architects, designers, structural engineers and planners working across studios in London, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Hong Kong, Melbourne, Riyadh and Dubai.We are seeking to hire our next generation of ****Structural Engineering Design Leaders** in the** SOM ****London Studio**** to help ****Shape the Future**** of our ****Global Engineering Practice**.**We are looking for technically astute and innovative leaders who can drive design ideas and deliver our most ambitious global architecturally led engineering projects.At the forefront of transformative architecture, SOM is a design-driven practice guided by a shared commitment to design excellence, sustainability and innovation.Our open, collaborative culture empowers ideas to thrive across architecture, engineering, and urban design, and our **Structural Engineering Design Leaders**are key to our success.## ****Your Impact****## As a senior design voice in the studio, you’ll shape projects from concept to completion, by helping to integrate strategic structurally led solutions with the goal of engineering excellence.****As part of the role, you will:***** Champion the design process from early concept through to late stage delivery, ensuring constructability, performance, and exceptional quality.* Lead on structural engineering design, analysis and coordination to resolve complex challenges with creativity and clarity.* Mentor the next generation of talent and contribute to a dynamic, design-led culture.* Articulate compelling design narratives to your peers, architects and clients, and inspire collaborators and elevate our global presence.## ****Who You Are***** ## A Structural Engineer with 10+ years experience leading a wide range of complex projects, particularly large scale in all major building materials.* Chartered with IStructE (preferred) or ICE.* Technical proficiency and knowledge of structural systems and software.* Strong knowledge and deep experience of designing to UK, European and other International Building Codes.* A passionate advocate for innovative, efficient and sustainable design.* A natural leader who energizes and inspires interdisciplinary teams to achieve design excellence.* An articulate communicator, able to express design concepts and intent through documentation, dialogue, and publication in a wide variety of settings.* Able to present an active design voice and promote thought leadership, mentorship, and advocacy within the London Structural team and the wider Firmwide engineering community.## As part of our Global Structural Engineering Practice, you’ll collaborate with our London based design teams and across offices, disciplines, and cultures, engaging with diverse perspectives to deliver design excellence on a global scale.We don’t just offer a role, we will help you define your own career framework. We will support your growth as a design leader through mentorship, global exposure and access to the firm's most forward-thinking leadership. At SOM your ambition is matched by opportunity, and your ideas have a platform to influence the built environment at every scale and across many jurisdictions.## ## ****Apply Now****If you’re ready to redefine what’s possible through design, we want to hear from youFor more information on the role and SOM’s values please click**At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We believe an inclusive environment benefits our employees, our firm, and our community, while also enriching and challenging our own thinking about design. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline:**For more about SOM:**Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc).** Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.SOM consists of a diverse, interdisciplinary group of architects, engineers, planners, interior designers, and more. We hire talented people who are passionate about design and offer a rewarding career experience.