Associate Director, Civil/Structural – Substations & T&D

Snc-Lavalin; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis's Power Energy Systems (PES) Practice in the UK is seeking an Associate Director specialising in civil and structural design to lead complex substation and transmission projects. You will provide senior technical leadership, governance and direction for multidisciplinary teams, while building trusted client relationships and pursuing growth opportunities.

As a recognised technical authority, you will drive delivery, safety, and compliance, mentor engineers, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Degree qualified, Master’s preferred in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (ICE/IStructE) mandatory.
• Proven track record leading civil/structural design for high‑voltage projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership across civil and structural design for T&D projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary delivery and ensure technical assurance.
• Develop people and capability within UK PES practice.
• Build trusted client relationships and pursue growth opportunities.
• Oversee governance, bid input, and compliant submissions.

Skills

Civil/Structural design

Leadership

Client engagement

Regulatory compliance

Project delivery

UK power sector

Education

Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE)

Job description

AtkinsRéalis's Power Energy Systems (PES) Practice in the UK is seeking an Associate Director specialising in civil and structural design to lead complex substation and transmission projects. You will provide senior technical leadership, governance and direction for multidisciplinary teams, while building trusted client relationships and pursuing growth opportunities.

As a recognised technical authority, you will drive delivery, safety, and compliance, mentor engineers, and collaborate with