Are you the kind of structural engineer who lights up when you can shape both great design and a great team? Do you want to work in a small, values-led consultancy where your decisions are visible, your ideas are heard, and your impact is huge?
Location: London or Sussex
At Toynbee Associates, trusted relationships and technical excellence sit side by side. We're growing, and we're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer who's as confident with people and clients as they are with calculations and codes.
Why this role might be right for you
Do you want real ownership of projects, people development, and day-to-day operations rather than just delivering a brief
Do you enjoy partnering with architects and contractors, shaping intelligent solutions (especially on refurb and existing buildings), and spotting opportunities for new work?
Are you ready to be a visible leader who mentors, delegates well, and builds a culture of accountability and learning
Would you value a balanced week with flexibility, clear progression to associate/director level, and a business that welcomes your voice in management decisions?
What you'll lead
Run a diverse portfolio of structural projects to agreed quality, time and budget
Lead and develop engineers and technicians-setting direction, supporting growth, and creating a calm, organised delivery rhythm
Represent the business with clients and design teams, building lasting relationships and opening doors to future work
Take ownership of day-to-day operational delivery, creating space for the Managing Director to focus on strategy
Provide technical oversight to ensure designs align with current codes, regulations and best practice
Contribute to bids and business development with commercially aware, creative solutions
About you
Chartered with the IStructE (essential) and qualified in engineering (bachelor's or master's)
Confident running projects from concept to handover, including refurbishment and existing structures
Natural team leader-collaborative, clear, encouraging and comfortable delegating
Commercially thoughtful-you understand how good engineering and good business go together
Great with people-credible with clients, calm under pressure, and happy representing the brand externally
Fluent with AutoCAD, TEDDS, Tekla Structural Designer and Oasys GSA (Revit is a bonus, not a must)
How we work
If Sussex-based, you'll join the London office two days a week to connect with the wider team
Typically four days in the office and one from home
Core hours 10:00-16:00 so you can plan life's appointments around your day
What's in it for you
Salary £55,000-£70,000 depending on experience
26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
Free gym at the London office
Cycle to work scheme
BUPA healthcare and life insurance
CPD support and a clear path to associate/director level, with a real say in how we run and grow
Ready to have a bigger impact?
If you're a Chartered Structural Engineer who wants to lead projects, develop people and help grow a respected consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a short covering note
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