Associate Director

Description:

Our client is a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy providing engineering, design, and surveying expertise across the construction sector. With a strong reputation for technical delivery and client service, the business continues to grow across its UK office network.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director of Structural Engineering to join the Oxfordshire office and play a key role in its continued expansion. This strategic position offers the opportunity to support regional growth, strengthen client relationships, and lead the delivery of complex structural engineering projects across a diverse range of sectors.

The Role

This role is ideally suited to a commercially aware and technically strong Chartered Structural Engineer seeking a leadership position within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading structural engineering projects through all stages of delivery
Managing and mentoring engineers and technicians
Developing and maintaining client relationships across the region
Supporting fee proposals, tenders, and business development activities
Acting as a primary technical and client contact on projects
Reviewing calculations, drawings, and technical documentation
Ensuring compliance with relevant design standards and regulations
Coordinating effectively with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate:

Degree qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering
Chartered status with ICE or IStructE
Strong consultancy experience within structural engineering
Proven track record delivering building and infrastructure projects
Excellent communication and client management skills
Experience leading teams and overseeing project delivery
Proficiency with industry-standard design software including Tekla and Tedds
Strong knowledge of Eurocodes, British Standards, and UK Building Regulations
BIM/Revit experience would be beneficial

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established consultancy during an exciting phase of growth. The position offers genuine long-term career progression, leadership responsibility, and the chance to influence the development of the Oxfordshire office.

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are available, including:

Enhanced pension contributions
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Professional membership support
Structured CPD and career development
Additional holiday options
Enhanced family leave policies
Health and wellbeing initiatives