We are proud to be partnering with a highly respected multi-disciplinary consultancy that continues to experience significant growth across a diverse and robust project portfolio. As their structural engineering capability expands, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join their leadership team.

This is a pivotal role for an ambitious, commercially aware structural engineer who thrives in a client-facing environment and is eager to influence business performance, team development and project delivery at a senior level.

The Opportunity

As Associate Director, you will lead a section of an established structural engineering team, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of engineering design, technical excellence, financial performance, and project management. A strong track record in winning work and developing lasting client relationships will be desirable, as business development is a key component of the role.

Working across sectors including education, residential, industrial, advanced manufacturing and both high-rise and low-rise structures, you will be involved in projects ranging from complex refurbishments to major flagship new-build schemes exceeding £100m in value.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, mentor and manage a team of engineers and technicians
- Oversee resource planning and financial management for your section
- Drive business development, winning new work and supporting strategic growth
- Manage structural design and drawing production, ensuring quality and accuracy
- Prepare detailed structural calculations to Eurocodes and relevant guidance (CIRIA, BRE etc)
- Produce specifications, tender documents and construction information
- Represent the business at client meetings and professional forums
- Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and advise contractors
- Prepare proposals, negotiate fee agreements and manage project profitability
- Review technical reports, client documents and undertake structural surveys
- Develop design philosophies and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams

About You

- Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStructE)
- MEng or equivalent engineering qualification
- Significant experience leading teams within a consultancy environment
- Proven ability to win work and grow client relationships
- Strong technical experience across steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, timber and long-span structures
- Competent in Tekla, TEDDS, Revit and Bluebeam
- Experience across all RIBA stages
- Skilled in both refurbishment/change-of-use and new-build projects
- Excellent communication and people-management skills
- Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes

- Self-motivated and proactive
- Confident, personable and collaborative
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Able to take initiative and operate autonomously when required

Why Join This Practice£

You will be joining a forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-value, technically challenging projects. They offer exceptional career progression opportunities, the chance to shape a growing team, and the platform to significantly influence the strategic direction of the business.

Rewards:

- A salary of £70,000 - £80,000 DOE
- Private pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Income protection
- Bonus – up to 25% of salary
- 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Life assurance
- Hybrid working