Associate / Associate Director - Structures - Energy

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director to lead the delivery of structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects. This role includes overseeing project design and delivery, building client relationships, and mentoring junior engineers.

Key responsibilities involve managing complex projects across energy sectors, ensuring high standards of technical excellence while fostering an inclusive team culture. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and significant career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Ability to manage complex projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the structural design and delivery of energy infrastructure projects.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians.
• Support business development through bids and proposals.

Skills

Leadership in structural engineering

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical communication

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

At WSP, we are expanding our Building Structures team in the UK, delivering capital national infrastructure projects in the energy sector. We are looking for an experienced leader to take a strategic role in shaping the future of UK energy infrastructure.

Role Overview

As an Associate or Associate Director, you will lead the delivery of structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects, including Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations, and other critical energy assets.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Senior role in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.
• Career progression opportunities within a global consultancy.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture.