Senior/Principal Structural Engineer in London

We invite you to bring your talent and passion into play as you take an active role in delivering a wide range of interesting projects of different scales, complexities, structural forms and materials within a Top 10 consultancy. If you crave a challenging role but need flexibility and work-life balance, this position may be ideal for you. We are interested in talking to people who are looking for a new challenge or may be on a career break and are thinking about returning to consultancy.

You will join Ramboll’s Building Structures team in London, working on local landmarks as well as national and international projects. Ramboll is a foundation-owned global company with a long history and a collaborative culture focused on sustainable solutions.

• Develop and agree structural concepts and design philosophies.
• Inspire and enthuse the engineers and technicians on your projects.
• Liaise with clients and collaborators, representing Ramboll at project meetings.
• Take ownership as day-to-day lead on a project or part of a project.
• Push the boundaries of low-carbon design.

• Grow and maintain a network of contacts and be a great ambassador for Ramboll.
• Lead the design process for a project (size suitable for level of experience).
• Collaborate with colleagues from the London team and beyond to support implementation of aspects of the Ramboll Business Plan.

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. We provide growth opportunities in a supportive environment with flexible and hybrid working, and care about our people’s wellbeing.

• Chartered with the IStructE, ICE, or international equivalent.
• An excellent communicator able to explain complex engineering principles verbally, in writing, and through sketching.
• A track record of working on projects with high design, sustainability, or re-use of existing assets.
• Experience in the design of primary construction materials (steel, concrete, timber) and general knowledge of building construction; MMC experience would be beneficial.
• A passion for sustainable solutions.
• A multidisciplinary mindset and an aptitude for learning about the wider aspects of building design.

• Great with people.
• Diverse in outlook with something different to bring to the table.
• A curiosity to explore – “is there a better way to do this”.
• Willingness to ask questions and to answer them.
• Willingness to take responsibility for your projects and development.

We are also interested in any experience you may have in the following areas, but these are not essential:

• Assessment, retrofit and alteration of existing structures.
• Construction supervision, building investigation and structural testing.

As one of the top 10 building designers in the world, Ramboll works on more than 10,000 building projects each year. We place emphasis on our liveable buildings concept to balance cultural, social and physical values for better user outcomes.

Ramboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has 1,300 experts across 17 offices. We offer a competitive salary, 27 days holiday per year, private medical insurance and flexible working.

Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.