Associate Director - Structural (Bridges)

ADG Engineers; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

ADG Engineers, based in Brisbane, seeks an Associate Director - Bridges to lead design teams on major bridge projects within the Structures group. You will shape concept to delivery, interface with clients, and drive business development in a demanding market.

The role requires Chartered CPEng status, 15+ years in bridge-focused engineering, and a proven track record in senior leadership, tendering, and delivering complex infrastructure schemes in Australia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering is required.
• Chartered CPEng with Engineers Australia is essential.
• 15+ years of industry experience with strong bridge design focus.
• 7+ years in a senior management or project-lead role.
• Experience in tenders, proposals and client engagement.
• Knowledge of Australian design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead Brisbane Structures projects and future work pipeline.
• Interface with key clients and conduct business development.
• Develop and mentor engineers within the team.
• Oversee design quality and project delivery for bridge schemes.
• Support win work initiatives with the Structures Team.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship

Tender writing

Business development

Mentoring

Project delivery

Communication

Innovation

Team development

Win work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Midas Civil

CSI Bridge

LUSAS

SAP2000

Job description

ADG is a leading engineering consultancy delivering complex work across civil and infrastructure, structures and construction services. You will join collaborative teams that take on projects shaping transport, defence, power and renewables, water and the built environment across Australia.

As part of AtkinsRéalis, ADG combines local delivery strength with global expertise, proven methodologies and advanced digital capability. That means better support, stronger technical pathways and more varied opportunities, without losing the close‑knit feel that makes ADG a great place to do your best work.

Solve Complex Structural Challenges on Australia’s Largest Projects

Our Structures team works on some of Australia’s largest and most dynamic projects, where innovative design decisions directly shape how things are built. You will influence outcomes from early concept through to delivery, working closely with architects, builders and clients. Known for innovation and supported by AtkinsRéalis’ global systems, tools and specialist teams, you can stay focused on complex engineering, problem‑solving and delivery rather than administration. If you want technically challenging work, ownership of your designs and the satisfaction of seeing them built, this role delivers.

About the Role

Our Brisbane office is currently seeking to appoint an Associate Director - Bridges with significant engineering design experience, strong communication skills and the desire to lead and mentor developing engineers within the group. This is a pivotal role with the Brisbane Structures team to manage projects and future work pipeline, interface with key clients, conduct business development activities and to develop and mentor a team.

Our Brisbane office is embedded in one of Australia’s most complex and demanding markets. The team works on large‑scale, high‑profile projects across infrastructure, buildings and construction services. You will benefit from exposure to technically challenging work, strong collaboration across disciplines and the energy of a major project delivery hub.

We are looking for someone with …

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Chartered member (CPEng) of Institute of Engineers Australia
• 15+ year’s industry related experience is essential with a focus (e.g.,
• 7+ years) on the design, analysis, and management of bridge
• projects.
• 7+ years in a similar Management role is highly desirable
• Demonstrated expertise in bridge analysis software (e.g., Midas
• Civil, CSI Bridge, LUSAS, SAP2000)
• Strong understanding of Australian design codes and standards
• Demonstrated experience at a senior level of project design and commercial outcomes for projects
• Experience in writing tenders and proposals, leading projects and communicating with clients
• An innovative and out of the box attitude to solutions and designs
• Ability to critically assess and review designs by others
• Ability to develop their own team and client base
• Ability to win work with support from the Structures Team

What's in it for you?

ADG values your professional development and will offer you exposure across all facets of design and project delivery to expand your skillset. We are committed to attracting, retaining and working together to develop our talent. We reward our staff and at every level, we work together to deliver the highest standards in engineering and services delivery alike.

In return for your dedication to this role, you will be rewarded with

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible work environment
• Birthday Leave after 12 months of service
• Paid Parental Leave scheme
• Five weeks annual leave after 5 years of service
• Employee assistance program
• ADG promotes an Equal Employment Opportunity workplace

Currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. We do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.