Associate Director

Anderselite; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director in Civil Structural Engineering to join their Manchester office. As part of a senior leadership role, you will oversee complex heavy civil engineering projects across diverse sectors including Defence, Energy, and Water, committing to deliver integrated design solutions with a focus on quality and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary with benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record in design delivery including multidisciplinary projects.
• In-depth knowledge of heavy civil engineering structures such as reinforced concrete and steel.
• Familiarity with British Standards and preferably international codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design teams managing project delivery from concept to construction.
• Define project scopes, manage budgets and schedules coordinating with teams in the UK and internationally.
• Ensure the highest quality standards are met.

Skills

Team Leadership

Project Management

Design Standards Compliance

Education

Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer

Job description

Greater Manchester, North West Anderselite

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

Associate Director – Civil Structural Engineering

Location: Manchester | Flexible Working Available

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director in Civil Structural Engineering to join their Manchester office. This is a senior leadership role focused on delivering complex heavy civil engineering projects across multiple sectors including Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Water.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary design teams, managing project delivery from initial concept through to construction. They will be responsible for defining project scopes, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring the highest quality standards are met. Collaboration with teams both in the UK and internationally will be key to delivering integrated design solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee technical design teams following relevant design standards and codes.
• Develop briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and milestones efficiently.
• Set and maintain quality assurance standards in design.
• Support the growth and development of heavy civil engineering expertise within the practice.

Candidate Profile:

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer or equivalent.
• Proven track record in design delivery, including multidisciplinary projects.
• In-depth knowledge of heavy civil engineering structures such as reinforced concrete and steel, with experience across all design phases and construction.
• Familiarity with British Standards and preferably international codes.

What’s Offered:

• Competitive salary with benefits commensurate to experience and qualifications.
• Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance—no fixed 9-5, no full-time office requirement.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace culture that values all employees.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance. Candidates must be able to meet residency requirements if clearance is needed. Details of any current or previous security clearance should not be included in applications.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to take a leading role in shaping major civil engineering projects and developing their career within a flexible and supportive environment.

Associate Director

Manchester, North West Hays

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

Location:
Sale, Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + £6,000 Car Allowance + Benefits
Sector: Building Services / MEP Design Level: Senior / Associate
About the Business Established in 1987, this UK-wide consultancy has grown into a £.5m turnover business with ambitious plans to reach 0m in the next two years. With 9 regional offices and a strong presence in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, and London, they are known for their technical excellence and holistic approach to MEP and cost consultancy.The business is structured, supportive, and people-focused, offering a clear mentoring pathway and a culture that values getting it right the first time. Directors are hands-on and have risen through the ranks, bringing deep technical insight and leadership to every project.
The Opportunity As part of their strategic growth, the business is looking to embed MEP capability into their head office in Sale. They are seeking a
Senior-level MEP professional to step into an Associate Director role, leading client relationships and technical delivery while building and mentoring a high-performing team.This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on technical detail, enjoys client interaction, and is ready to shape the future of MEP delivery in a dynamic and growing consultancy.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead MEP design projects from concept to Stage 4 delivery
• Act as a technical authority and client liaison across a diverse portfolio
• Support cross-selling of MEP services through collaboration with PMs
• Build and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff
• Contribute to business development and sector expansion, particularly in banking, education, and industrial sectors
• Work closely with Directors and Revit staff to ensure high-quality, coordinated design output
  
  

Sectors & Projects

• Clean Rooms
• Student Accommodation
• Industrial & Warehousing
• School Campuses (expanding from Scotland into England)
• Banking Sector (NatWest and others)
  
  

Ideal Candidate

• Currently operating at Principal or Associate level
• Strong technical background in MEP design with excellent client-facing skills
• Experience across multiple sectors with a flexible, non-pigeonholed approach
• Leadership qualities with a desire to build and grow a team
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment (3 days in-office)
  
  

Team & Support

• 6 Directors offering direct support and mentorship
• 48 Technical Staff across the business
• Revit and Admin support
• Teams structured into pods of 12 for focused delivery
  
  

Benefits Package

• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Health Shield Plan (Dental, CT Scans, Glasses)
• Private Health Cover
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Referral Bonus
• Hybrid Working (3 days in-office, 2 remote - flexible)
  
  

Future Opportunities This role offers long-term career development, with the potential to work internationally as part of a wider global network. The business is committed to nurturing talent from school-leavers to senior leaders, with a strong mentoring culture and a clear path for progression.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Associate Director

M1 Ancoats, North West Carrington West

Posted 14 days ago

Job Description

full time

Job Title: Associate Planning Director
Location: Chester/Manchester
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid

About Us: I am currently working with a leading planning consultancy who are looking to grow their teams in both of their offices. They have a large focus on renewable energy solutions, waste and large infrastructure projects so the right candidate will have previous experience across these sectors!
Role and Responsibilities: You will play a key role in managing and leading projects related to renewable energy and large infrastructure developments along with a focus on DCO projects so experience in this is desirable.

Your responsibilities will include:
·Providing expert planning advice on a range of projects, with a focus on renewables and large infrastructures.
·Leading project teams, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring successful project delivery.
·Conducting site assessments, feasibility studies, and contributing to the development of planning strategies.
·Engaging with clients, local authorities, and other relevant bodies to facilitate project approvals.
·Keeping up-to-date with planning policies and regulations, and advising clients on their implications.

Qualifications and Experience:
·Chartered Town Planner with RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute) membership is highly desired.
·Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in town planning, with a specific focus on renewables or large infrastructure projects
·Strong knowledge of UK planning policies and regulations.
·Excellent project management and leadership skills.

Skills and Attributes:
·Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
·Detail-oriented and organized approach to work.

Benefits:
·Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
·Flexible working hours
·Company pension at 5%
·Performance related bonus which is part tax-free
·Private health care
·Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to (url removed) or pop me a call on (phone number removed)

Job reference - 59336

Associate Director

M1 Ancoats, North West Carrington West

Posted 14 days ago

Job Description

full time

Job Title: Associate Director (Planning) - Manchester (Non-Executive)
Location: Manchester
Salary: £60,000 + Car Allowance

A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced planning professional to play a leading role in the strategic development of a newly established office in Manchester. This position is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while contributing to the expansion of a growing organisation.

The Associate Director will provide strategic guidance and leadership to support the operational effectiveness and business development of the Manchester office. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong planning background, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a deep understanding of the local market.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Governance
·Provide high-level oversight to ensure smooth operations of the new office.
·Ensure full compliance with local planning regulations, legislation, and internal policies.
·Report regularly to the Managing Director on progress, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement
·Represent the organisation at regional events and forums.
·Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, business networks, and community stakeholders.

Operational Performance
·Define and monitor KPIs to measure office success and operational impact.
·Provide ongoing strategic insight to optimise planning services and operational delivery.
Planning Consultancy
·Deliver a full range of planning and development services to clients.
·Manage the end-to-end planning process, from initial appraisal and fee proposal through to application submission, appeals, and policy advice.
·Respond to planning enquiries and contribute to the delivery of comprehensive planning strategies.

Candidate Profile:
·Significant experience in a senior leadership or associate director-level planning role.
·MRTPI qualification (essential).
·Deep understanding of the Manchester planning landscape and regulatory framework.
·Strong strategic planning, project management, and interpersonal skills.
·Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and collaborative working.
·Able to operate independently and contribute effectively in a non-executive capacity.
·Prior experience in a non-executive role is desirable.

What's on Offer:
·Competitive remuneration package (£60K + car allowance).
·Opportunity to shape and lead the direction of a new office in a key regional hub.
·Flexible, non-executive role suited to experienced professionals seeking strategic involvement without full-time commitment.

Reference - 59327

Tax Associate Director

Posted 6 days ago

Job Description

permanent

Tax Specialists Taylor Rose Recruitment have just been instructed on a fantastic Tax Associate Director opportunity on behalf of our client, a progressive firm in Central Manchester.

Perfect for an ambitious CTA qualified individual from a mixed (personal and corporate) tax background looking for the next step up in their career.

Working with a unique client portfolio including HNWIs, UHNWIs and the.

Associate Director - Building Surveying

M1 Ancoats, North West Hunter Dunning Limited

Posted 11 days ago

Job Description

full time

Associate Director Building Surveying Job in Manchester

Associate Director Building Surveying job in Manchester for a reputable firm of chartered surveyors. Our client is looking for someone to oversee complex commercial and residential instructions, ensuring successful outcomes on high-profile schemes.

For more than three decades, this independent consultancy has supported some of the most significant development projects across the UK and internationally. With a strong focus on technical excellence, the team provides specialist advice in areas such as daylight and sunlight, rights of light, neighbourly matters, wind microclimate, measured surveys, and building consultancy helping to shape well-designed, sustainable, and liveable cities.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver contract administration on a range of projects
• Undertake due diligence and pre-acquisition surveys for investors and developers
• Mentor and support junior colleagues as the team continues to grow
• Oversee project monitoring for live developments across the region
• Act on behalf of both landlords and tenants in dilapidations matters.

Required Skills & Experience

• MRICS-qualified
• Proven experience delivering development monitoring and technical due diligence
• 5+ years' post-qualification experience
• Track record of leading instructions and maintaining client relationships.

What you get back

• Competitive Salary DOE
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Build and manage your own team.

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M1 Ancoats, North West The Portfolio Group

Posted 15 days ago

Job Description

full time

Based in Manchester City
100% office based, Monday - Friday
Paying 75k - 90k, based on experience
Company Car OR 10k Car Allowance
10k Directors Bonus

The Company

Our client is a rapidly expanding global organisation with a strong track record of success. Operating in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, the Group is committed to maintaining its entrepreneurial spirit while strengthening its approach to risk management and compliance. As they continue to scale, we are seeking an Associate Director of Risk and Compliance to lead and enhance the risk framework, ensuring key risks are identified, assessed, and proactively managed across the UK and Ireland.

The Role

This is a newly created, high-impact role where you will have the unique opportunity to shape and influence the governance framework of a growing multinational organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CFO and the Risk and Compliance Committee, you will design, implement, and embed a robust risk and compliance strategy across the organisation. You will lead a team responsible for evolving risk management policies, monitoring compliance activities, and driving improvements through audits and key assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk management framework that aligns with the Group's strategic objectives and risk appetite.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to support the identification, assessment, and management of key risks while fostering a risk-aware culture across the business.
• Provide strategic recommendations on risk strategy, regulatory compliance, and sales quality.
• Define and oversee the internal audit and compliance methodology, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and monitored effectively.
• Lead risk and compliance efforts across the UK and Ireland, while maintaining a global perspective to share best practices and insights across jurisdictions.
• Prepare clear and timely audit reports, initiate new audits, and oversee review processes in collaboration with management teams.
• Deliver comprehensive reports and materials for the Risk and Compliance Committee and the Group Company boards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing compliance and internal audit team, ensuring they have the skills and tools necessary for success.

What We're Looking For

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent experience in internal audit, risk, and compliance.
• Proven track record in evolving and implementing risk frameworks within a high-growth business environment.
• Ability to assess complex processes, recommend control improvements, and lead implementation efforts.
• Strong experience in influencing and engaging senior leaders on risk and compliance matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to challenge, persuade, and educate teams across the business.
• Pragmatic, solutions-focused, and commercially minded approach to risk management.
• Ability to develop and manage a high-performing team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance best practices.

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Associate Director | Town Planner

M1 Ancoats, North West PEBBLE RECRUITMENT LTD

Posted 19 days ago

Job Description

full time

Associate Director | Town Planner | Manchester

Competitive Salary | Permanent

Ref: DB046

A well-established, award-winning independent planning consultancy is seeking an experienced town planner to join their team. They deliver complex planning strategies to their impressive client base across the UK. Their work spans from Green Belt, Heritage, Urban Regeneration and Masterplans.

The Role:

• Manage a range of projects from inception to delivery
• Simplify complex planning challenges
• Support junior members of the team
• Deliver planning advice and applications across a wide range of sectors
• Support with business development

Requirements:

• Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)
• Extensive experience in a similar role
• Understanding of planning policy
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Full UK driving license
• Discretionary bonus
• Pension
• Professional memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan

Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) | (phone number removed)

Associate Director of AI

M1 Ancoats, North West The Portfolio Group

Posted 20 days ago

Job Description

full time

Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) | Manchester | Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Shape the Future of AI at a Fast-Growing Global Tech Innovator

Are you ready to take your Artificial Intelligence (AI) expertise to the next level in a role with true strategic impact? Join a high-growth, international SaaS company that's disrupting the market through cutting-edge technology, rapid product development & continuous investment in innovation. This is more than a job-it's a once-in-a-career opportunity to help define the AI future of an award-winning organisation with an entrepreneurial, world-class leadership team.

As Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence, you'll drive and execute the company's AI strategy-leading initiatives that harness the power of Machine Learning, Generative AI, NLP, and more to fuel scalable business growth and operational excellence.

Role Scope

• Lead the identification of opportunities and risks in a fast-evolving competitive landscape, using AI/ML to deliver measurable business value & growth.
• Understand and maintain a RADAR of technologies, in order to understand the risk and reward profile of selecting a technology to capitalise on an opportunity or mitigate a risk
• Own the lifecycle of AI initiatives-from vision through to design, delivery, and optimisation in high-performance, high-volume environments.
• Build evidence-based business cases to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisation-wide adoption.
• Empower delivery teams with the tools, capabilities, and insights needed to embed AI at scale.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership in AI, with a background in computer science, machine learning, data science or a related STEM field (degree or equivalent experience).
• Hands-on experience developing and deploying production-grade ML models, including advanced RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) systems.
• Deep expertise in Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and Knowledge Graphs-with a track record of translating complex models into real-world business solutions.
• Strong engineering fundamentals, including DevOps, CI/CD, and secure ML/AI pipelines (DevSecOps).
• Highly proficient in Python, SQL, and key AI/ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Ability to mitigate model hallucination, optimise performance, and lead governance around AI risk and ethical deployment.

Ready to Transform the Future?

This a career-defining opportunity working within an international high growth organisation providing award winning consultancy services to an expensive client base. With the opportunity to make an unrivalled impact on their AI strategy, innovation and commercial business growth. Our client offers a highly attractive package consisting of highly competitive base salary, attractive bonus scheme, pension scheme and excellent benefits including private healthcare.

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Associate Director - Building Surveying

Posted 21 days ago

Job Description

full time

A leading real estate & propety company is currently seeking an accomplished Associate Director to join their team in Manchester.

As an Associate Director, you will be at the forefront of major projects, driving success and innovation within the company. The position offers the chance to collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals, all committed to excellence and the delivery of outstanding results. The company prides itself on a culture of teamwork, where every member's contribution is recognised.

The ideal candidate will possess a specialism within Building Surveying and have experience in the property/real estate sector, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the role.Your expertise will be crucial in shaping strategies and guiding projects to successful completion.

Key Skills:

• Attention to detail within fast paced environment
• Strong Communication and written skills
• 3+ years' experience
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the importance of the role within the company and would be perfect for a driven professional with a desire to make a significant impact.

If this is of interest, click apply or reach out to Ethan Williams on (phone number removed) to discuss further.

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