Lead Structural Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to spearhead the design and review of advanced steel structural systems for complex building projects. The role involves independent technical assessments, coordination with geotechnical inputs, and ensuring compliance with international design standards.

Key responsibilities

• Design advanced steel structural systems, including long‑span structures, special connections, composite systems, steel‑truss systems and atypical configurations.
• Conduct independent CAT‑2/CAT‑3 style technical assessments for concrete and steel buildings, perform self‑calculations, document adjustments and issue signed safety certificates.
• Assess soil‑structure interaction assumptions, settlement predictions, lateral soil pressure and ensure compatibility between structural and geotechnical designs.
• Review façade structural systems such as unitized/stick systems, steel‑supported façades, tension structures and cladding support frames.
• Guarantee design compliance with standards such as SBC, AISC, ASCE, ACI, BS/Eurocodes, IBC and ASTM.
• Prepare detailed design review reports, correspondence and technical memoranda.
• Provide high‑quality technical support to clients during tendering, construction and value‑engineering phases.

Required profile

• Minimum 20 years of mixed experience in building design and design review covering both concrete and steel structures.
• At least 15 years in a consultancy environment with a senior role held within the last 7 years.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng – UK) and/or Professional Engineer (PE – USA) registration.

Required skills

• Advanced steel structural design
• Long‑span and composite structural systems
• Special connection detailing
• Steel‑truss system design
• Soil‑structure interaction analysis
• Façade structural system assessment
• Compliance with SBC, AISC, ASCE, ACI, BS/Eurocodes, IBC, ASTM standards