Nathan Benham

I’ve specialised in structural engineering recruitment since 2015 and have become a trusted point of contact across the UK, USA and Canada for both consultancies and engineers navigating their next move. Recruitment isn’t a stop-gap for me — it’s my profession. I’m not “trying my luck” in the industry, and I don’t rely on weekly cold calls to receptionists asking whether there are any vacancies. Instead, I build long-term partnerships with Directors and hiring managers, speak to them directly, and work transparently to deliver results. The same applies to candidates. I don’t ring people every month asking, “So… looking yet?” I build relationships, understand career goals, and provide honest, practical advice along the way. I partner with a wide range of structural engineering practices in the UK, US and Canada — from ambitious start-ups and evolving SMEs through to mid-sized and international consultancies. That breadth allows me to offer genuinely tailored solutions for each individual, not one-size-fits-all recruitment. I’ve successfully delivered searches across London, Manchester, Bristol, Bath, New York, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto — and yes, even Bentonville, Arkansas. (Still the toughest assignment of my career, and I’m strangely proud of it.) After years in the sector, I’m confident in saying I’ve developed deep market knowledge and a strong track record of delivery within structural engineering recruitment. If you’d like a second opinion, my LinkedIn recommendations do a good job of backing that up. I founded NLBR Ltd in 2018, now trading as Structural Search — a name that finally does what we do justice. nathan@structuralsearch.com (+44) 07581 700 425 www.structuralsearch.com