Lead Structural Engineer

We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Structural Engineer to lead and expand our structural team in Milan. Reporting to Director(s), you will be responsible for the operational delivery of projects and ensuring a high standard of engineering, in accordance with the company’s standards and procedures.

The role requires the Lead Engineer to be a strong team player, a professional with a proven ability to think creatively, and act tactically and efficiently. It is essential for the role that you are fluent in both Italian and English and have a proven track record of delivering projects in Italy.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Design Team leader leading and managing the operational delivery of the project within your discipline.
• Undertake the Site inspections and undertake the role of Direzione Lavori Strutture.
• Official submissions to local authorities.
• Collaborate with the wider team based in other countries on international projects.
• Implement and comply with quality management plans to support and contribute to the company’s long-term strategy.
• Inform, communicate, and promote the standards within our internal quality management systems.
• Support the management of the company by taking on duties as agreed with the Director and to provide any reports required.
• Liaise and attend meetings necessary to perform duties and business and organisational development.
• Organise design team working meetings as required to maintain project delivery and to aid interdisciplinary communication.
• Client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Commitment to professional development for yourself and support the development of less experienced members of the team.

About you

• Have a professionally accredited Structural Engineering degree and register in the Albo degli Ingegneri.
• + 10 years’ experience in the industry (minimum 5 in Italy).
• Ability and experience delivering official submissions to local authorities.
• Ability and experience as Direzione Lavori Strutture.
• Excellent communications skills in English and Italian, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work with all areas of the Practice and effectively communicate cross-functionally and internationally.
• Experience in structural seismic design of steel and reinforced concrete structures according to Italian and European standards.
• Integrity and commitment to service.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Creative and resourceful in problem solving.
• Client focused to generate satisfaction and repeat business.
• Good understanding of the construction industry
• Successful design and delivery of projects under your control
• Ability to act as Lead Coordinator within your discipline.

Bryden Wood offers a variety of company benefits including:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 9-Day Fortnight (we give one genuinely free Friday every 2 weeks with no change to salary).
• Paid professional membership.
• Regular performance reviews to help with your career progression.
• Varied office events including lunches, outings and end of the month socials.