Head of Structural Engineering

Head of Structural Engineering – Offshore Structures - BRAND NEW ROLE FOR OUR CLIENT

Location: Scotland / England (flexible/hybrid)

This is a senior leadership role responsible for providing technical direction, strategic oversight and capability development for structural engineering within a growing, totally unique, design and contract led offshore engineering environment.

The position is central to building and leading a high-performing structural engineering function, supporting major offshore renewable energy and general infrastructure projects across their full lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering innovative, optimised and commercially viable engineering solutions to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural engineering discipline across offshore structures projects, including:
• Fixed and floating offshore wind foundations
• Offshore substations and topsides
• Subsea and marine infrastructure
• Provide technical oversight across concept, pre-FEED, FEED and detailed design stages
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, compliant and optimised structural designs in line with industry standards (DNV, ISO, API, NORSOK)
• Champion constructability, safety in design, and lifecycle optimisation
• Act as technical authority for complex structural challenges and design decisions

Strategy, Growth & Capability Development

• Define and execute the structural engineering strategy aligned with business growth objectives
• Build, lead and develop a high-performing structural engineering team
• Identify and drive innovation in design approaches, digital tools and methodologies
• Support recruitment and capability expansion in line with projected market demand

Project & Commercial Contribution

• Support and lead tenders, proposals and client engagements, providing structural expertise
• Contribute to early-stage project definition, helping to shape scope, cost and risk
• Work closely with clients, developers and supply chain partners to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions
• Ensure structural input supports commercially viable and optimised project outcomes
• Work collaboratively across disciplines (geotechnical, subsea, installation, environmental and advisory teams)
• Integrate structural engineering into a multi-disciplinary delivery model

External Representation

• Act as a senior representative in client and industry forums
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and industry presence
• Contribute to thought leadership within offshore structures and renewables engineering

Experience (essential)

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent
• Extensive experience in offshore structural engineering, particularly in offshore wind
• Strong track record across design phases (concept through detailed design)
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams and technical delivery
• Deep understanding of offshore structures, including fixed and floating systems
• Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting bids and client engagement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working on global offshore renewables projects
• Knowledge of construction and installation methodologies
• Experience integrating structural design with geotechnical and installation considerations
• Interest in innovation, digital engineering and optimisation techniques

What Our Client Offer

• Opportunity to lead a key engineering discipline within a growing business, unique positioned within a joint-venture
• Direct involvement in high-profile offshore energy projects from the top down
• Flexible and hybrid working environment (Scotland & London office bases)
• A collaborative culture focused on innovation, technical excellence and impact
• Clear opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of the business

Role Context

This role sits within a rapidly expanding offshore engineering market, driven by global investment in renewable energy and associated infrastructure. There is increasing demand for integrated, design-led engineering solutions that optimise performance, reduce risk and support efficient project delivery from the earliest stages.

The position offers a unique opportunity to define and lead structural engineering capability within a forward-thinking organisation operating at the forefront of offshore development.

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