Associate Director - Structures

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.

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

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

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
• Long-term progression opportunities

For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please get in touch directly.