Experienced Structural Engineer to lead consulting and design of complex and high-rise projects

Rambøll; Oslo; On-site; NOK 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Oslo, Norway. In this pivotal role, you will oversee technical design, mentor junior staff, and represent the firm at industry events. Ideal candidates should possess over 8 years of experience with complex structures under European codes, and an international mindset for collaboration. This position offers investment in your development, a flexible work environment, and projects that enable impactful contributions to sustainable infrastructure.

Benefits

Investment in your development

Flexible work environment

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with design of complex structures using European codes of practice.
• Interest in tall and complex building constructions.
• Ability to develop practical solutions contributing to project vision.
• International mindset for collaboration across disciplines.
• Good communication skills in English; Norwegian is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical design of structures.
• Facilitating local and international collaboration across disciplines.
• Representing the company at conferences and showcasing work.
• Supporting the use of digital tools for project delivery.
• Carrying out onsite supervision and quality assurance.
• Mentoring junior colleagues.
• Participating in bids and tenders.

Skills

Design of complex structures

Collaboration across construction disciplines

Communication skills in English

Experience with Norwegian building projects

Education

Minimum 8+ years of experience in structural engineering

Job description

Experienced Structural Engineer to lead consulting and design of complex and high-rise projects

Are you ready to leverage your extensive structural engineering experience to make an impact in large-scale, high-rise and complex projects both locally and internationally? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment to address multidisciplinary challenges? Then you could be our new colleague!

Join our global spearhead, High Rise & Complex Buildings, as our new Senior Structural Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future!

Your new role

As our new Senior Structural Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation, overseeing complex structural projects, and shaping the future of our structural engineering services. Reporting directly to the Head of Department in High Rise & Complex Buildings team, you will be entrusted with a range of responsibilities, which require a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking. You will be responsible for undertaking and overseeing work from the initial design concept through to detailed design, supervision, and quality assurance of structures. As a part of a global spearhead, you can expect to be working on projects across the Nordics and Europe, in sectors such as commercial, leisure and residential developments.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Leading technical design of structures
• Facilitating local and international collaboration across disciplines
• Representing Ramboll at conferences and other events showcasing our work
• Supporting the use of digital tools
• Carrying out onsite supervision and quality assurance
• Acting as a mentor for junior colleagues
• Participating in bids and tenders

Your new team

You will become a part of our High Rise & Complex Buildings team. We are based in the Ramboll HQ in Oslo but are involved in projects across the world. Joining us, you will become a part of a skilled team of professional structural engineers, where collaboration is not only encouraged but essential to ensure success and continuous professional development. We work closely with colleagues in other countries to ensure that we adopt best practices and bring the latest innovations to our projects.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. These include:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience with design of complex structures using European codes of practice. Knowledge of Norwegian building projects is an advantage.
• Experience and/or knowledge and interest in tall and complex building constructions.
• Ability to develop practical solutions which contribute to the project vision.
• International mindset and an ability to drive collaboration across construction disciplines, both within Ramboll and externally.
• Good communication skills in English. Proficiency in Norwegian is beneficial but not mandatory.

This position is based in Oslo, but we welcome applicants who are not currently located here and willing to relocate for this exciting opportunity to join our team. We might also consider allowing other workplaces in Norway too.

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company.
• Flexible work environment with the possibility of working from home a few days a week.
• Projects that are technically intensive and that enable you to make a real difference.

Ready to join us?

We hope that you will consider joining Ramboll’s High Rise & Complex Buildings as the next step in your career! Submit your application today to start the exciting journey towards becoming our new Senior Structural Engineer. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, portfolio etc.

Deadline:04/01/2026

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in Norway

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Energy, Water, Management Consulting, Environment & Health, and Architecture & Landscape.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you.