Associate Director Civil Engineer

Aldwych Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health cover

Life insurance

Pension contribution

Wellness support

Hybrid working

Flexible leave including me days and 1

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking an Associate Director to lead the Development Infrastructure Team across London and Wimbledon. You will provide technical leadership, shape project delivery, mentor staff, manage budgets, and help grow the discipline through client engagement.

The role requires a chartered civil/infrastructure engineer with proven leadership and business development experience, a hybrid working pattern, and a competitive package including a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• Chartered civil/infrastructure engineer with senior leadership experience.
• Strong background in civil/infrastructure projects including drainage, earthworks, highways and flood risk.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects and develop business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams across infrastructure, highways, drainage and flood risk projects.
• Drive operational strategy, team performance and professional development.
• Provide technical leadership on complex civil engineering projects and ensure high-quality design and delivery.
• Manage project finances, profitability, budgeting and risk management.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, prepare bids and fee proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Business development

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Education

Chartered civil/infrastructure engineer

Job description

Associate Director - Development Infrastructure | London / Wimbledon

We're working with a leading, award-winning engineering consultancy delivering high-profile, sustainable projects across the built environment, including infrastructure, civil engineering, transport planning, and drainage. They are known for combining creativity with practical, efficient design and fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture.

The Role:

This is a senior leadership position overseeing the Development Infrastructure Team across London and Wimbledon. You'll be responsible for technical excellence, commercial performance, and the successful delivery of a diverse project portfolio, while supporting the strategic growth of the discipline.

You will play a key role in:

• Leading and mentoring teams across infrastructure, highways, drainage, earthworks, and flood risk projects.
• Driving operational strategy, team performance, and professional development.
• Providing technical leadership on complex civil engineering projects, ensuring high-quality design and delivery.
• Managing project finances, including profitability, budget tracking, and risk management.
• Identifying and securing new business opportunities, preparing bids, tenders, and fee proposals.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards (CDM 2015) and ISO quality systems.

Who We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will be a chartered civil/infrastructure engineer with substantial experience running and managing teams. You will have a strong background in civil/infrastructure projects, including drainage, earthworks, highways, and flood risk, with proven experience in leadership and business development.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary £75k-£90k + discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working environment (min 60% office-based)
• Support for further training, professional development, and career progression
• Comprehensive benefits including private health cover, life insurance, health cash plan, pension contribution, and wellness support
• Flexible leave arrangements including annual leave, "me days," and enhanced parental leave

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with significant influence over both projects and the strategic direction of a successful consultancy.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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