Associate Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks an ambitious Structural Engineer to spearhead their new Cheltenham office. This role offers the autonomy to shape a brand-new team and a clear pathway to Director-level progression. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, lead project teams, and deliver innovative designs across a diverse portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to influence the direction of a growing consultancy with a commitment to professional development and a people-first approach.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Clear pathway to Director-level progression

Support from an established senior team

Opportunities for CPD and industry engagement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in delivering building structures projects.
• Track record of managing client relationships and leading teams.
• Desire to work towards Chartership with ICE or IStructE.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a new office in Cheltenham.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of projects from luxury houses to commercial offices.
• Deliver technically robust designs and inspire a growing team.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Technical Design Skills

Business Development

Communication

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla

Tedds

MasterSeries

Job description

Job Description

We have partnered with an ambitious engineering consultancy to help them identify a lead for their new Cheltenham office, as the business continues its ambitious growth path. Having recently doubled the size of their head office, the next step of their strategy is to establish a new office in Cheltenham. We’re looking for an ambitious Structural Engineer to lead this new venture—someone eager to grow a team, shape the culture, and become a key figure in the future of their consultancy.
This is a rare opportunity to take on a leadership role from day one.

As the driving force behind their Cheltenham office, you’ll play a crucial part in developing a local presence, supported by a well-established senior leadership team. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of ranging from luxury houses, to apartment blocks and commercial offices. With autonomy and backing, you’ll lead, inspire, and grow your own team—making your mark both within the company and across the region.
We’re seeking a Structural Engineer with a hunger for leadership, business development, and project delivery.

You’ll be confident in managing client relationships, guiding a growing team, and delivering technically robust designs. This is more than a technical role—it’s a career-defining opportunity for someone with the ambition to lead, innovate, and influence the direction of a growing consultancy.
What’s On Offer
* Autonomy to shape and lead a brand-new office from the ground up.
* Clear pathway to Director-level progression and equity potential.
* Support from an established and collaborative senior team.
* Flexible working arrangements with a people-first approach.
* A growing pipeline of diverse and challenging design-led projects.
* Opportunities for CPD, industry engagement, and thought leadership.
What You Need To Succeed
* Extensive experience delivering building structures projects with residential and commercial sectors.
* A track record of managing client relationships and leading project teams.
* Strong technical skills in structural design and relevant software (e.g. Tekla, Tedds, MasterSeries).
* A natural leader with the ability to recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing team.
* Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, proactive mindset.
* Commercial awareness and confidence in contributing to business development.
* Ambition to be part of a growing consultancy with a long-term vision.
* Desire and commitment to work towards Chartership with ICE or IStructE.
* MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)