Associate Director

Strata Construction Consulting; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil and structural engineering consultancy in South Wales is seeking an Associate Director for their Structural Engineering team in Cardiff. This role combines technical leadership with opportunities for career progression and business development, set in a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Clear path for career progression

Competitive salary package

Flexible working arrangements

Work on landmark projects

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a Structural Engineering team.
• Technical expertise across various structural engineering projects.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Structural Engineering team in driving project excellence.
• Oversee workflow, support staff, and manage client relationships.
• Foster a collaborative team culture and take responsibility for delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project Delivery

Client Management

Team Growth

Business Development

Collaboration

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Design and Analysis Software

Job description

We are working with a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy in South Wales, to appoint an Associate Director to lead their Structural Engineering team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, ambitious company and make a lasting impact.

As the Associate Director, you will take the reins of a talented Structural Engineering team, driving project excellence and innovation. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Cardiff office and leading the Structural Engineering team. With offices in South Wales and the West of England, this is an established practice with a strong pipeline in sectors including housing, care homes, renewables, industrial, commercial and temporary works.

This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, business development, and team mentorship within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Ideally this will be suited to an experienced Structural Engineer who thrives on building and motivating high-performing teams. You will hold responsibility for delivery of work, be the technical lead for Structures, oversee workflow, support staff and lead with clients.

What’s On Offer

• A clear path for career progression, including opportunities for senior leadership/equity.
• A competitive salary package tailored to your experience and expertise.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options.
• The chance to work on landmark projects across the region and beyond.
• A supportive company culture with a strong focus on professional development and wellbeing.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience leading a Structural Engineering team, with a strong track record in project delivery.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to drive team growth and performance.
• Technical expertise across a range of structural engineering projects.
• Exceptional client and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrable business development and work-winning skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design and analysis software.
• A commitment to fostering a collaborative, positive team culture.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE (preferred but not essential).
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).