Associate Director - Structural (Bridges)

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City of Brisbane

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Industry Leading Paid Parental Leave

Five weeks annual leave after 5 years

Flexible work environment

Birthday Leave after 12 months of use

Paid Parental Leave scheme

Employee assistance program

Equal Employment Opportunity workplace

Job summary

ADG, part of AtkinsRéalis, seeks an Associate Director - Bridges in Brisbane to lead design and delivery of major bridge projects. You will mentor engineers, manage client interfaces, and drive business development across infrastructure and transport schemes.

You will operate within a dynamic Structures team, leveraging global resources to deliver technically challenging solutions while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Skills

Bridge analysis software

Project leadership

Client interface

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Midas Civil

CSI Bridge

LUSAS

SAP2000

Job description

Associate Director - Structural (Bridges)

Competitive salary package
Industry Leading Paid Parental Leave scheme
Five weeks annual leave after 5 years of service

Build your future with ADG

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+ years 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