Associate/Associate Director Structural Engineer

GirlingJones; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate/Associate Director Structural Engineer to lead various projects. This role involves maintaining high standards across deliverables, managing commercial performance, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in structural engineering and technical expertise in major materials and software. The position offers competitive salary and substantial career development opportunities in Cardiff.

Benefits

Bi-annual performance based bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Extensive CPD and mentoring support

Payment of professional membership fees

Generous pension scheme

Health insurance for staff and dependants

Cycle-to-work scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Around 10+ years' post-graduate experience in structural engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge across major structural materials.
• Capable of taking full design responsibility for medium and large projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of multiple structural engineering commissions.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and quality across all project outputs.
• Manage commercial performance, including fees and project delivery efficiency.

Skills

Structural engineering

Client management

Communication skills

Technical design responsibility

Knowledge of relevant software

Education

Chartered status or equivalent experience

Tools

Tekla TSD

Tekla Portal Frame

Tedds

Revit Structure

AutoCAD

Job description

Associate/Associate Director Structural Engineer

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £65,000 – £80,000+ per annum (depending on experience)

The Opportunity

A well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer to lead the delivery of a varied project portfolio. This role suits someone ready to take ownership of projects, uphold high technical quality, and support the ongoing growth of the structural team. This position has arisen as part of planned succession within the senior technical leadership team, creating a long-term opportunity for further progression for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of multiple structural engineering commissions.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and quality across all project outputs.
• Manage commercial performance, including fees and project delivery efficiency.
• Engage confidently with clients across residential, commercial, industrial and renewable sectors.
• Produce and review structural designs, reports and technical documentation.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians.
• Represent the structural discipline in multidisciplinary settings.
• Support business development by nurturing existing relationships and identifying new opportunities.

About the Projects

The team works across a wide range of sectors, including:

• Commercial and social housing
• Care homes
• Industrial developments
• Renewable energy (including wind farm projects)
• Remediation schemes
• General commercial and industrial structures
• Aspirations to expand further into rail sector projects

Most work is based in South Wales and the West of England, with projects also delivered across the UK.

Skills & Experience

• Around 10+years’ post-graduate experience in structural engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge across major structural materials.
• Capable of taking full design responsibility for medium and large projects.
• Chartered status desirable, but extensive equivalent experience also welcome.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident managing client relationships.
• Familiarity with relevant structural design software such as: Tekla TSD / Tekla Portal Frame, Tedds, Revit Structure, AutoCAD
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Salary £65,000–£80,000+ depending on experience
• Bi-annual performance based bonuses (Summer and Christmas)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Modern open-plan office with free parking
• Extensive CPD, mentoring and career development support
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Support toward further qualifications and training
• Generous pension scheme
• BUPA Platinum and health insurance for staff and their dependants
• Travel insurance for staff and immediate family
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Generous holiday allowance
• Regular social events and team activities