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The Lead Structural Engineer provides technical leadership for structural engineering activities within BRE’s Structural team, delivering high-quality engineering, testing, and assurance services that support business growth and industry impact.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage a complex structural engineering function, delivering a complete technical service against agreed objectives and growth targets
Oversee the delivery of structural engineering projects, ensuring technical quality, compliance with relevant BS and EN standards, and alignment with client requirements
Develop and interpret test regimes based on structural design principles, including static and dynamic behaviour
Manage laboratory-based activities to ensure safe, consistent, and reliable testing outcomes
Coordinate engineers, technicians, and laboratory staff to achieve cohesive and efficient project delivery
Provide technical input to business development activities, including client engagement, proposal development, and representation at industry events
Act as a technical authority on complex client enquiries, producing high-quality technical proposals and reports
Support inspection, assessment, and reporting activities relating to UK construction methods, materials, and structural fire performance
Contribute to the strategic development and profile of the Structural Technology team and associated laboratories
Requirements:
Chartered Structural Engineering expertise with strong technical authority in structural engineering and testing
Proven capability in leading and managing complex structural engineering activities and technical services
Strong working knowledge of BS and EN codes and standards, and their application to structural design and test regimes
Demonstrated understanding of static and dynamic structural behaviour and engineering mechanics
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, technicians, and laboratory staff
Ability to develop and review high-quality technical proposals, reports, and inspection documentation
Experience contributing technical input to business development, client engagement, and external representation
Knowledge of UK construction methods, materials, and historic and modern construction forms
Experience with structural fire design and assessment in accordance with relevant standards
Proficiency in relevant engineering and reporting tools, including AutoCAD and standard Microsoft applications
FEA modelling
Commercial awareness, with experience contributing to income generation and workload throughput
Ability to support the technical reputation and profile of BRE and its Structural Technology capabilities
What we offer:
Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
Enhanced maternity package
HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform