Associate Director – Bridges

Company: WSP in the UK & Ireland
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

Associate Director – Structural Engineering

As an Associate Director, you will take a senior leadership role in the delivery of structural engineering services for civil infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for leading project teams, managing client relationships, and driving technical excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the bridge/civil engineering function across projects of varying sizes, ensuring delivery to high standards of quality and safety
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise on complex challenges
  • Drive innovation in structural design, digital engineering, and sustainability initiatives
  • Mentor and develop engineers and technical teams, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration
  • Support business development through strategic proposals, bids, and client presentations
  • Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards and regulatory requirements across all projects

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to manage complex projects
  • Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment
  • Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects
  • Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structural related projects together with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures, ideally including new build, maintenance, assessment and strengthening of bridges and civil structures infrastructure
  • Strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills
  • Understanding and experience of use of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Work-life balance: hybrid working policy, flex time, WSP My Hour, part‑time and flexible arrangements.

Health & wellbeing: Thrive program, virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package.

Inclusion & belonging: we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences and encourage people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026