Senior Structural Engineer – Hemel Hempstead Office

GLANVILLE CONSULTANTS LTD; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a proactive Senior Engineer to manage structural projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and 4+ years of experience. Responsibilities include project delivery, client liaison, and mentorship of junior engineers. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including holiday schemes and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice scheme

Initial 25 days holiday

Long service awards

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Paid professional membership

Study leave

Cycle to work scheme

Free refreshments

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ post-qualification experience in relevant structural design.
• Ability to prepare schematic structural design based on basic architectural layouts.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical delivery of structural engineering projects.
• Liaise with architects and clients, attending meetings professionally.
• Assess sustainability and compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Structural design in conventional materials

Experience in refurbishment projects

Understanding of soil mechanics

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Job description

Equal Opportunities Employer

Glanville is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender assignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. If you would like to apply for this position or have any questions in regard to the vacancy, please contact our HR team by email at [e-mail].

We are a multi-discipline consultancy providing engineering, design and surveying expertise across the construction industry. Our teams deliver professional advice across all project stages, supported by extensive experience across a wide range of sectors.

With established offices in Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire, Bristol and Cambridge, we are continuing to grow. Our Structural Engineering team delivers projects across commercial, R&D, residential, and energy sectors, including both new build and refurbishment work. The team works closely with other in‑house specialists in civil engineering, traffic and transport, building surveying, and geomatics, providing a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages professional development and technical learning.

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our dynamic Hemel Hempstead team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, technically confident engineer to take ownership of challenging projects, mentor and inspire junior colleagues, and deliver innovative, high‑quality structural solutions. You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors, gaining exposure to both design and client‑facing responsibilities, and playing a key role in shaping the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical delivery of structural engineering projects, including financial and project management aspects.
• Work closely with other members of the team and report to the project director.
• Liaise and attend meetings with architects, clients, subcontractors and other professionals while carrying out duties and representing the business in a professional and courteous way.
• Assess the sustainability and environmental impact of projects.
• Ensure the project complies with statutory requirements, including health and safety.

Key skills & experience (dependent on level)

• Minimum qualification – degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years’ post‑qualification experience in relevant structural design.
• Ability to prepare structural designs in all conventional materials and experience in refurbishment projects.
• Understanding of soil mechanics and foundation design.
• Ability to take a global view of structural design on a project, identifying potential problems and solutions and providing advice to clients on design options.
• Ability to prepare schematic structural design based on basic architectural layouts.
• Ability to speak clearly, confidently, professionally and convincingly at meetings and on the telephone.
• Ability to write clear and concise emails, letters and reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Benefits Package

Glanville offers a market‑leading remuneration and benefits package, a sample below.

• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Initial 25 days holiday (3 held for the Christmas period)
• Additional holiday can be accrued in accordance with the number of years of service, up to a total of 28 days
• The option to bank, buy or sell holiday each year after one year’s service
• Long service awards including additional days off and cash award
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Paid professional membership
• Regular CPD seminars held in house (with lunch provided)
• Study leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest‑free loan for annual travel season ticket
• Yearly flu vaccine
• Eye tests paid and contribution towards glasses, if required for VDU work
• Regular social events organised and funded by the company throughout the year
• Free refreshments, including tea, coffee, juice, and fresh fruit
• Free on‑site parking

Glanville offers a friendly and supportive work environment, promoting high morale and low staff turnover. Our diverse projects span multiple sectors, providing exciting challenges and opportunities for career growth. We pride ourselves on a collaborative team culture, offering chartership support, a competitive salary, and an attractive benefits package.