Structural Engineering Director

Job DescriptionStructural Engineering directorCambridgeWe invite you to bring your talent and passion into play as you take an active role in delivering a wide range of interesting projects of different scales, complexities, structural forms and materials within a Top 10 consultancy. To succeed in this role, you must have a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and bring enthusiasm and a collaborative approach. Are you our new Structural Engineering Director? Click the “I’m interested” button to send your application.Inviting bright mindsDo you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a foundation-owned global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.You will join our Cambridge Building Structures team  As our new Structural Engineering Director, you will be part of our central Cambridge office working on a range of exciting local landmarks as well as national and international projects, particularly in the fields of Science, Healthcare and Timber projects. We have won many awards for our work, regularly support research and have a very collaborative culture. We operate a fun and inquisitive office environment and actively encourage design flair and early career responsibility.The role will require you to provide leadership and management of all aspects of growth and development of our business, as well as building new relationships with clients and stakeholders both internally and externally.As our new Buildings Structures Team Leader, you will be part of a successful twenty strong team based in central Cambridge. The team has a long history of delivering significant building projects across numerous sectors. The structures team forms a significant part of the Ramboll Cambridge 50 strong office, which also provides MEP, Environmental, Acoustics, and other specialist services.It is Ramboll’s ambition for our Cambridge office to continue to develop into one of our most notable office locations by growing our market share regionally, nationally and internationally.Your key tasks and responsibilities will involve:Develop and lead a team of Building Structural EngineersRaise the profile and reputation of Ramboll’s building Structures offering in the East, the UK and internationally. Candidates will be expected to market our offering via networking, business to business meetings, seminars, thought leadership and general business developmentProactively lead and manage the team, providing excellent communication, supporting career development, ensuring staff retention, knowledge sharing and team workingEnsuring technical excellence of the team, including high quality delivery of projects and innovative solutionsHelp to develop and promote Ramboll’s multi-discipline capability in the local marketHave responsibility for all aspects of implementing budgetary strategies, including fee bidding, profitable project delivery, working capital management, and forecasting for the team.To be responsible for the financial performance of all the projects delivered by the Cambridge Structures teamEnsure your leadership and management positively influences the team to win and deliver projects to the satisfaction of our clientsDevelop and own a strategy, in line with our national strategies, to develop the team’s future success, working closely with the Regional Head of Department and UK Discipline leaderTo inspire team members to develop their abilities, skills and experiencesCollaborate and interact with other UK teams to optimize workload and capacityWorking to push the boundaries of low-carbon designCommunicating designs to design team members and contractorsYour key deliverables over the first 12 months will be:Generate business value by innovatively influencing the markets in which Ramboll operates and in positioning Ramboll, its portfolio and its capabilities positively within themCreate, develop and grow business value from the client relationship, effectively leveraging capabilities across the Ramboll portfolio to the benefit of the client by demonstrating marketplace knowledge and insightEnergetically play a central and leading role in a Structures team, contributing to team morale and fostering collaborationYour starting point for constant growthFrom the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. We provide growth and development opportunities in a supportive environment with flexible and hybrid working, and care about our people’s wellbeing.The position in our team will require some work experience with the following starting points:Essential requirements:Educated to a degree level or equivalent in structural / civil engineeringChartered, with demonstrable experience as a structural Associate engineerProven track record in leading and managing all aspects of project deliveryForward thinking and passionate about digital design innovation and ‘smart design’ in increasingly digitalized construction arenaHigh degree of technical competence with demonstrable appreciation of sustainable designA notable/growing profile and reputation as a high regarded, well liked and trusted building structures leaderProven ability to win business for the company. Understands the marketplace, the growth sectors and busy clients. Have knowledge of pipeline opportunities and the ability to help position Ramboll to winAbility to motivate and lead multidisciplinary professional teamsDemonstration of aptitude for team leadership and ambition for senior leadership career progressionProven client focus and a demonstrable track record of winning repeat business with key clientsRelevant experience and insight into one or more key sectors including science, healthcare, heritage, education, higher education, residential or commercial developmentExperience of working on high profile, award winning projectsAbility to manage the design and construction stages of a projectBe competent at influencing people (staff, clients)Be proactive in addressing problem issues, presenting and pushing solutionsWe are also interested in any experience you may have in the following areas, but these are not essential:Experience of Science sectorAssessment, retrofit and alteration of existing structuresConstruction supervision, building investigation and structural testingExperience of heritage structural workExperience of MMCPersonal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: a ‘can do’ attitude with a strong desire to learn and be challenged, a passion for sustainability and a willingness to take ownership of your own work and development. You will also have a proven record as a competent Engineer on a wide portfolio of projects, with an ability to communicate clearly with managers and stakeholders; you are a source of inspiration for people and are able to influence staff and clients.Welcome to our Buildings divisionAs one of the top 10 building designers in the world, Ramboll works on more than 10,000 building projects each year. 5,000 experts across the world specialise in creating more innovative, sustainable and liveable buildings. We place particular emphasis on our liveable buildings concept where we balance the cultural, social and physical values of buildings, to improve the quality of life for building users.Ramboll in the United KingdomRamboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has 1,300 bright minds working across 17 offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across society. We love seeing our talents develop and succeed and you will have opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within an environment that is friendly, open and supportive.Ramboll offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic organisation in the rapidly growing Engineering and Consultancy sector in the UK. We offer a competitive salary, alongside 27 days holiday per year, private medical insurance and flexible working.How to applyApply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.Deadline: 10/09/2023SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: DirectorIndustry: Civil Engineering