Structural Engineering Team Lead – Water

Overview

As Structural Team Lead you will provide regional leadership for the Structural Group, delivering high-quality design and mentoring across projects. You will work hands-on with advanced design technology while guiding a multidisciplinary team and coordinating with international collaborators to meet budgets, timelines and quality standards. This role combines technical excellence with people leadership to grow the team and strengthen client relationships. You will be central to shaping resilient infrastructure across the UK offices.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• pension plan
• holidays
• free private medical insurance
• discounted gym membership
• flexible working arrangements

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and line management for the Structural Group
• Lead structural design using state-of-the-art techniques to meet project needs
• Drive integrated work with Pune for better collaboration
• Ensure delivery on budget, schedule and quality standards
• Influence others through technical knowledge and communication
• Plan and coordinate resources with group managers
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of design, drafting, project and contract management standards
• Liaise with internal and external clients to build trust in the team
• Provide technical assistance and mentoring to staff
• Review colleagues’ work and focus on priorities
• Support and develop team members across the region
• Build relationships with new clients and stakeholders
• Adopt a hands-on approach to project delivery

Key requirements

• Chartered member of a relevant engineering institution (e.g., IStructE, ICE)
• Hands-on and up-to-date experience in Structural Engineering, water engineering or similar
• Experience in managing and mentoring junior staff
• Oversee project budgets and timelines for structural engineering aspects
• Prepare and review technical documents, reports and proposals
• Willingness to travel regularly to meet teams in various locations

• Excellent communication
• Trust-building and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Structural design expertise
• Knowledge of water retaining structures
• Experience with state-of-the-art design techniques

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