Structural Steel Design Manager

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction business seeks an experienced Structural Steel Design Manager in London to oversee a team of designers. This hands-on leadership role focuses on managing the design and detailing of steelwork packages, ensuring practical, buildable solutions that comply with regulations. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and experience in Tier 2 contracting.

Benefits

Opportunity to obtain chartership

Competitive salary with performance-related incentives

Company pension

Discretionary bonus

Continued professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural steel design and detailing.
• Hands-on experience with connection design and practical detailing.
• Strong background in Tier 2 contracting or structural steel subcontracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all technical aspects of in-house steelwork design and detailing.
• Oversee the production and approval of fabrication drawings and connection designs.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and detailers within the business.

Skills

Structural Steel Design

Connection Design

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng/BSc)

Tools

Tekla Structures

Job description

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A leading construction business is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Design Manager to oversee and manage a team of designers and detailers for a project in London. With a strong focus on self-delivery, the business manages complex projects, often involving bespoke structural and temporary steelwork solutions.

The Structural Steel Design Manager will lead the design and detailing of structural steelwork packages delivered directly by the business. This hands-on leadership role requires a deep understanding of connection design, steel fabrication, and practical buildability. The successful candidate will bring experience from a Tier 2 contractor or specialist subcontractor environment and be confident managing internal design processes while liaising with site, fabrication, and delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate all technical aspects of in-house steelwork design and detailing

Oversee the production and approval of fabrication drawings and connection designs

Ensure designs are practical, buildable, and compliant with Eurocodes and project specifications

Work closely with construction, project management, and fabrication teams to ensure successful delivery

Provide technical input during tender, pre-construction, and delivery phases

Mentor and support junior engineers and detailers within the business

Maintain design quality and consistency across multiple concurrent projects

Candidate Requirements:

Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng/BSc)

Proven experience in structural steel design and detailing

Hands-on experience with connection design and practical detailing (Tekla Structures proficiency preferred)

Strong background in Tier 2 contracting or structural steel subcontracting

Solid understanding of fabrication methods, erection sequencing, and construction coordination

Excellent communication and leadership skills

What the Business Offers:

A senior technical role with real influence over design management and delivery

• Opportunity to obtain chartership

Competitive salary with performance-related incentives

Company pension, discretionary bonus, and continued professional development support

A collaborative, delivery-focused team environment

Opportunities to work on interesting projects down the line

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please do not hesitate to apply!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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