Structural Engineer

Randstad Cpe London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented structural engineer to join their collaborative design team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile refurbishment and new build projects across both commercial and residential sectors. You will be involved in preparing detailed designs, conducting site inspections, and mentoring junior colleagues. The firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing access to in-house training and mentorship from experienced Chartered Engineers. If you are ambitious and committed to pursuing your IStructE chartership, this supportive environment is perfect for you.

Benefits

In-house training

Mentorship from Chartered Engineers

Excellent transport links

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering detailed structural designs.
• Familiar with UK Building Regulations and design software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed designs for building structures in various materials.
• Conduct site inspections and produce technical documentation.

Skills

Structural Design

UK Building Regulations

Communication Skills

Temporary Works Awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

European Engineer or equivalent

Job description

Join a well-established structural engineering consultancy renowned for practical, client-focused solutions across refurbishment, new build, and specialist structural elements (including structural glass). You will work within a collaborative design team, contributing to technically challenging projects and supporting both permanent and temporary works design.

Key Responsibilities

1. Prepare detailed designs for building structures in reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and timber.
2. Design and detail structural steel connections and prepare associated sketches and CAD drawings.
3. Contribute to temporary works schemes, from piling platforms and propping to complex bespoke support systems.
4. Conduct site inspections and surveys, logging observations for integration into design revisions.
5. Produce clear technical letters, reports, and calculation notes for clients and regulators.
6. Liaise with architects, contractors, and project managers to ensure design intent is maintained through construction.
7. Mentor and assist junior colleagues as your technical expertise grows.

Who You Are

1. Consultancy Experience: Proven track record delivering detailed structural designs in an engineering consultancy, preferably on London-based projects.
2. Technical Competence: Familiar with UK Building Regulations and design software; confident tackling a range of materials and construction methods.
3. Temporary Works Awareness: Understanding of temporary works principles and keen to develop more advanced schemes under senior guidance.
4. Professional Drive: Ambitious and committed to pursuing IStructE chartership, seeking a firm that provides structured support and dedicated examiners.
5. Effective Communicator: Skilled at presenting technical information clearly in reports and discussions with multi-disciplinary teams.
6. Stable Career Path: Demonstrated commitment to past employers and steady progression of responsibilities.

Whats In It for You

1. Hands-on involvement in high-profile refurbishment and new build projects across commercial and residential sectors.
2. Access to in-house training, seminars, and direct mentorship from Chartered Engineers and IStructE examiners.
3. A supportive environment dedicated to your professional development and chartership success.
4. Central London office with excellent transport links and opportunities for wider industry networking.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent
• European Engineer or equivalent