Associate Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consultancy in Bristol seeks an Associate Structural Engineer to head up their Structures team. This leadership role involves managing projects across various sectors, mentoring junior engineers, and influencing the consultancy's growth. The ideal candidate has strong project management skills and is chartered with IStructE or ICE. The company offers hybrid working arrangements and the chance to significantly impact the team's direction.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Collaborative environment

Opportunities for leadership

Qualifications

• Proven leadership ability managing a team of engineers and technicians.
• Strong project management skills from concept to completion across multiple sectors.
• Solid technical design experience in all common building materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a Structures team in a supportive environment.
• Influence the technical direction and project portfolio.
• Oversee projects from initial concept through to completion.

Skills

Leadership ability

Project management

Technical design experience

Client-facing skills

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Chartered with IStructE or ICE

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an opportunity at Associate Structural Engineer level in Bristol? We are working with a multi-disciplinary consultancy possessing over 50 years of experience delivering high-quality engineering, environmental and surveying services across the UK. We are now seeking an ambitious Associate Structural Engineer to join their Bristol office. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to head up the Structures team, manage a diverse range of projects, and play a vital role in their continued success.

As an Associate Structural Engineer, you’ll lead a skilled and supportive team, managing projects across a variety of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, social housing, and industrial. This role offers you the chance to shape the future of their Structures team in Bristol, working on high-impact projects and contributing directly to the growth and reputation of the business.

We are looking for an experienced Structural Engineer who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent leadership and client management skills. You’ll be confident in overseeing projects from initial concept through to completion, mentoring junior engineers, and developing lasting client relationships. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to have real influence in a dynamic, expanding consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to lead and grow your own Structures team in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Significant influence over the technical direction and project portfolio in the Bristol office.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven leadership ability managing a team of engineers and technicians.
• Strong project management skills from concept to completion across multiple sectors.
• Solid technical design experience in all common building materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry).
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to win work and maintain key relationships.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines within the company.
• A passion for mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE.
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).