Associate / Associate Director - Structures - Energy

WSP USA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced Associate or Associate Director to lead structural engineering for energy infrastructure projects. You will oversee complex projects, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff. The role offers career advancement, a competitive benefits package, and hybrid working options. Ideal candidates are Chartered Engineers with substantial experience in project leadership and a strong technical background. Join us to shape the future of UK energy and make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Experience with Substations, Transmission, and Distribution infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design for major energy infrastructure projects.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor junior engineers to promote technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consultancies. In the UK, our Building Structures team has been successfully delivering capital national infrastructure projects in the Energy sector—particularly within Transmission and Distribution—since the early 1990s. Our design teams are recognised as exemplars in the delivery of large, complex, multi‑disciplinary projects across the UK.

We are now entering a significant growth phase and are looking to expand our leadership team with experienced and ambitious professionals. If you’re ready to take a strategic role in shaping the future of UK energy infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Associate or Associate Director, you will take a senior leadership role in the delivery of structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects. These include Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations, and other critical energy assets.

You will be responsible for leading project teams, managing client relationships, and driving technical excellence and innovation across our portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the structural design and delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic input into project planning, resourcing, and risk management.
• Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission and distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Contribute to business development, including bids, proposals, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable design solutions.
• Support the development of best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced leader with a strong technical foundation and a passion for infrastructure.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional body.
• Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Ideally, experience in one or more of the following:
• Substations
• Transmission and Distribution infrastructure
• Overhead Line (OHL) projects
• Power stations
• Petrochemical facilities
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and client‑facing skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

What’s in it for you?

• A senior role in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.
• Career progression opportunities within a global consultancy.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead the way in shaping the UK’s energy future, we’d love to hear from you.