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.

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