Assistant Director Structural Engineering

Job Description

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Associate Director – Structural Engineering

We are an established, independently owned consultancy providing integrated engineering, design and technical advisory services to the built environment. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions, we work with clients across the full project lifecycle and a broad range of development and infrastructure sectors.

As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking an Associate Director – Structural Engineering to play a key leadership role within our regional business. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced, commercially aware structural engineer who is motivated to help shape the direction, capability and market presence of a growing consultancy.

The Role

You will take a leading role in delivering complex structural engineering projects while supporting the expansion of the local team and client base. Working closely with senior leadership, you will combine technical excellence with strong client engagement and commercial awareness, helping to secure and deliver work across multiple sectors.

Projects range from new build to refurbishment and reuse, including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, research, industrial and mixed-use developments.

Key Responsibilities

Business & Client Leadership

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships at regional and national levels
• Identify and support new business opportunities, including cross-disciplinary work
• Contribute to bids, tenders and fee proposals
• Act as an ambassador for the business through networking and industry engagement

Technical & Project Delivery

• Lead structural engineering commissions from concept to completion
• Oversee and review design outputs, ensuring quality, compliance and programme delivery
• Provide practical, innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges

Team Leadership & Governance

• Provide senior technical guidance and quality assurance
• Mentor and support the development of engineers and technical staff
• Promote best practice, CPD and continuous improvement

About You

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStructE)
• Typically 10+ years’ consultancy experience in a client-facing role
• Strong background in building structures xwzovoh and complex developments
• Sound knowledge of UK standards, legislation and BIM-enabled design
• Confident communicator with strong leadership and commercial skills

Reward & Benefits

We offer a competitive and flexible package, including:

• Market-aligned salary
• Employer pension contribution
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Generous annual leave with flexible options
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Structured CPD and professional support
• Cycle-to-work and season ticket loans
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Modern, collaborative working environment

If you are looking for a senior role where you can genuinely influence projects, people and strategy, we would be delighted to hear from you.