Associate Director, River Engineering & Flood Defence

AtkinsRéalis; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks an Associate Director in River Engineering to direct teams in technical design and project management. Applicants should have a Chartered Civil Engineer qualification and significant experience in flood defence design. The role supports flexible working arrangements, fostering a diverse workforce and work-life balance. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Access to a wide training portfolio

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer or equivalent is required.
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Comprehensive knowledge in flood walls, weirs, and hydraulic structures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Own and direct teams for high-quality technical design work.
• Define briefs and input into bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets for project milestones.

Skills

Chartered Civil Engineer or equivalent

Design delivery management

Knowledge of flood walls and hydraulic structures

Familiarity with UK design standards

Proficiency in nature-based solutions

Education

Chartered Civil Engineer

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks an Associate Director in River Engineering to direct teams in technical design and project management. Applicants should have a Chartered Civil Engineer qualification and significant experience in flood defence design. The role supports flexible working arrangements, fostering a diverse workforce and work-life balance. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits and training opportunities are provided.