Job Description

Associate Structural Engineer - Healthcare

240 Blackfriars Rd, London SE1 8NW, UK


Full-time

Company Description

Ramboll is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has around 2,000 bright minds working across multiple offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health and Energy. 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.

Do you have experience in healthcare and want to join the UK team of our Global Healthcare Division? Are you excited about understanding, interpreting and navigating complex sustainability and engineering issues? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature?


If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join the UK team of our Global Healthcare Division as our new Associate Structural Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

The successful candidate will join our growing UK Healthcare Team and be responsible for client liaison, business development, key account management and delivery of advisory and design solutions to the healthcare sector throughout the UK, with opportunities to work internationally.


We offer flexible working arrangements with candidates able to work from any of our primary offices as well as home. We have an exciting range of ongoing projects including Hillerod Hospital Denmark, Cambridge Children's Hospital, Royal Marsden and Shrewsbury & Telford Women and Children'd Hospital.


Your key responsibilities will be:

Support leadership and development of the team of Structural Engineers, within the UK Healthcare Team Manage your own projects Manage and undertake design work from concept through to detailed design ensuring technical excellence, always maintaining outstanding levels of client service Act in the capacity of structural engineering project manager, to allocate resource appropriately and co-ordinate the tasks so all deadlines are met Work as part of a team of Structural Engineers, frequently working with colleagues from other engineering disciplines, e.g. MEP, civils and geo-tech Raise the profile and reputation of the UK Healthcare Team Develop and oversee structural engineering concepts and design philosophies Liaise with clients and collaborators, representing Ramboll at project meetings Communicate designs to team members and construction sites Implement best practice procedures to enhance and maintain delivery of sustainable, zero carbon, innovative and quality advisory and design services Visit sites to support development of structural engineering designs or review contract works in progress Take an active role in technical groups and team meetings to support continuous improvement Take ownership and deliver on team improvement initiatives

Your new team

You will be part of an expanding and dynamic team. We have a rich portfolio of work that makes a difference to those who experience it. Working with the leading UK and international architects, we are recognised for our bold innovative approach, that is underpinned by our Scandinavian design heritage and foundation ownership. We offer a supporting and collaborative culture and operate a flexible working policy. You will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respect each other and work towards a common goal. You will be part of the UK buildings team and will have the opportunity to travel throughout the UK and abroad.

About you

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

Must have demonstratable experience with UK Healthcare sector projects, such as the building of hospitals within the UK Educated to a degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline Have achieved Chartered Engineer status or have qualifications to support achieving Chartered Engineer status To have excellent project management skills The ability to manage multiple projects of varying size/complexity To have an appreciation of project commercial and technical risks Experience of digital and parametric design Knowledge of assessment, retrofit and alteration of existing structures Knowledge of construction supervision, building investigation and structural testing Forward thinking about digital design innovation and 'smart design' in a digitised construction arena Excellent communicator capable of explaining complex technical concepts in plain language, verbally and in writing Able to motivate and inspire confidence both internally and externally across geographical borders Able to work autonomously on all technical aspects of the discipline

What we can offer you

Investment in your development Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles Be valued for the unique person you are Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company Be at the forefront of the use of digital tools Flexible work environment 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Matched pension contributions A host of subsidised benefits including private medical insurance and cycle-to-work

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV.


We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll's supportive learning culture can help you grow. So, if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.


Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Ramboll in the United Kingdom

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you'll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.