Location
London (Hybrid working - min 2-3 days in office/week)
Level
Principal/Associate/Associate Director/Director
Background
Chartered Civil or Structural Engineers with Management/Technical Consulting Experience
Package
Competitive salary (DOE) + B Corp + Employee Benefit Trust, private healthcare and much more.
Ready to shape the future of major infrastructure? Bring your engineering expertise to client advisory – we're always on the lookout for talented people.
Infrastructure Performance Consultants (Principal, Associate & Associate Director)
At Expedition Engineering (part of the Useful Simple Trust), our engineering-led strategic advisory team transforms how major capital programmes operate. We help them improve efficiency, boost productivity, adopt industrialised construction, and cut carbon, waste, and error at scale. We are always on the look-out to hire talented people – across a range of engineering backgrounds, including civil, structural, manufacturing, mechanical...wherever in the value chain you come from.
What You Will Bring
We are seeking individuals who combine deep engineering credibility with a consulting mindset. You are likely a Chartered Engineer who has moved beyond standard design delivery to advise clients, solve systemic delivery challenges, and lead advisory commissions. A background in major civils delivery or manufacturing/process engineering would be viewed positively (although is not essential if there is something else that you offer).
Core Background & Capabilities
- Technical & Professional Grounding: Chartered membership with IStructE, ICE, or an equivalent professional body, built on a strong engineering foundation.
- Consulting & Advisory Experience: An interest in, or at director level, proven experience operating in a consultancy or advisory environment—beyond traditional design office delivery. You understand client dynamics, commercial management, and how to navigate complex project environments.
- Communication: An ability to communicate with clarity, with a track record of authoring clear, concise technical reports, client briefs, or strategy documents. You are equally confident presenting to your seniors in a formal setting as you are leading collaborative client workshops or technical calls.
- Industry Frameworks: Familiarity with modern delivery frameworks such as the Construction Playbook, Project 13, NIC guidance, or Lean process improvements.
- Digital Capabilities (Nice to Have): While core civil/structural and consulting capabilities are essential, an interest or skill in digital tools, Python/Excel scripting, data visualization, or production system modelling is a fantastic multiplier.
Why Join Expedition's IPC Team?
- Influence at the Highest Level: You will have the opportunity to directly shape multi-billion-pound capital programmes, advising senior leaders on how to deliver infrastructure faster, leaner, and greener. Our clients include HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, the environment agency, energy programmes and water companies.
- Work with World-Leading Experts: Join an interdisciplinary team of thought leaders across engineering, sustainability, process improvement, and DfMA.
- Fast-Track Progression: As an established senior team within an agile SME, we offer direct access to leadership opportunities, BD involvement, and commission ownership to advance your career.
- Purpose-Driven Culture: We are a certified B Corp, Social Enterprise, and Employee Benefit Trust. Our profits are shared equitably and reinvested into research, social, and environmental causes.
What We Offer
- Flexible & Hybrid Working: 37.5 hours per week with hybrid working and the option of a compressed 9-day fortnight.
- Generous Benefits: Private medical insurance (for you and your family), life assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and a company pension scheme starting at 6%.
- Professional Development: Mentoring, personal development programmes, and continuous learning embedded in a coaching culture.
- 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Service Recognition Awards.
Diversity Statement: The Useful Simple Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in engineering and construction.
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Principal/Associate/Associate Director/Director employer: Expedition Engineering Ltd
The Useful Simple Trust (UST) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the construction consultancy sector. With a strong commitment to employee development through mentoring and a personal development programme, UST provides flexible hybrid working arrangements, generous leave policies, and comprehensive benefits, including private medical insurance and a robust pension scheme. As a certified B Corp and Social Enterprise, UST not only focuses on professional growth but also on making a positive social and environmental impact, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Expedition Engineering Ltd Recruitment Team
