Associate Structural Engineer

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Structural Engineer to join a growing, design-led civil and structural engineering consultancy in their Bristol office.
This is a senior-level position ideally suited to a Chartered Engineer looking to move beyond pure project delivery. You’ll play a key role in client engagement, business development, and team growth — with the chance to shape and build your own team within an established office of around 12 professionals.
The consultancy delivers high-quality commercial and residential schemes with a boutique approach, focusing on carefully selected clients, bespoke engineering solutions, and technical excellence — all without the constraints of a large corporate structure.

The Role

As an Associate Structural Engineer, you’ll take on a position that combines technical leadership with commercial and client-facing responsibilities, helping drive both successful project delivery and the continued growth of the Bristol office.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the design and delivery of commercial and residential structural projects
• Acting as a key client contact and trusted engineering advisor
• Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships
• Supporting business development and securing repeat and new work
• Mentoring, managing, and growing a team of engineers
• Maintaining high standards of technical quality and consistency
• Collaborating closely with architects and multidisciplinary design teams
• Contributing to the strategic growth and expansion of the Bristol office

This role offers genuine autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to build something of your own within a supportive and established business.

About You

We’re looking for a confident and commercially minded Chartered Structural Engineer who can demonstrate:

• Chartered status (MIStructE or MICE)
• Strong experience delivering commercial and residential projects
• Proven success in client-facing roles and relationship management
• A track record in business development and winning work
• Leadership experience, or the ambition to build and lead a team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, entrepreneurial approach

What’s In It For You?

This consultancy values leadership, trust, and performance, offering:

• Salary of £65,000 – £70,000
• Competitive package including bonus, healthcare, and pension
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Clear progression beyond Associate level
• The opportunity to build and lead your own team
• A collaborative, supportive, and design-focused culture
• High-quality projects without corporate red tape

Why This Role?

If you’re ready to step into an Associate role — or already operating at this level but looking for a stronger platform — this is a rare chance to take ownership of clients, shape a team, and grow a regional presence within a highly respected consultancy.

Interested? Apply in confidence today to find out more.

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