Associate Structural Engineer

Anderselite; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Clear path to Associate / Associate Director level

Comprehensive professional development

Collaborative culture

Competitive benefits

Job summary

A design-led consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Principal or Associate Civil or Structural Engineer to lead a team of engineers. This role involves managing projects from concept to completion, ensuring design excellence, and nurturing client relationships. The ideal candidate is a chartered engineer with proven leadership skills and a passion for sustainable engineering. This position offers flexible hybrid working and a clear path to advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading design teams within a consultancy environment.
• Ability to manage resources, deadlines, and commercial objectives.
• Passion for innovative, sustainable engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of up to eight engineers and technicians.
• Lead the delivery of multiple projects from concept to completion.
• Act as a key client contact, nurturing existing relationships.
• Act as a key client contact and develop relationships.
• Drive innovation, design excellence and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to business development and growth strategy.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

Client engagement

Project management

Team mentoring

Sustainable engineering design

Education

Chartered or near-chartered engineer

Job description

🏗️ Principal / Associate Civil or Structural Engineer – Leeds

📍 Leeds (Hybrid – 2/3 days office)

🤝 Confidential design-led consultancy – shaping the future of sustainable engineering

🌍 About the Role

We’re representing a well-established, design-focused consultancy that has been part of the Yorkshire skyline for decades. Their Leeds office is now seeking an experienced and inspiring team leader at Principal or Associate Engineer level to help drive growth, innovation, and technical excellence.

You’ll play a pivotal role in leading a talented engineering team, delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and regeneration sectors.

This is a leadership position that blends technical expertise, team development, and client engagement — perfect for someone who enjoys making things happen both inside and outside of design meetings.

• Manage and develop a team of up to eight engineers and technicians.
• Lead the delivery of multiple projects from concept to completion.
• Oversee project quality, resources, budgets, and client communication.
• Act as a key client contact, nurturing existing relationships and developing new ones.
• Drive innovation, design excellence, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Contribute to business development and support the wider growth strategy.
• Inspire, mentor, and guide junior engineers to achieve their full potential.

You’re a chartered (or near-chartered) engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys balancing technical delivery and leadership.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience leading design teams within a consultancy environment.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• The ability to manage resources, deadlines, and commercial objectives.
• A positive, people-first approach to mentoring and leadership.
• A passion for innovative, sustainable engineering design.

Above all, you’re a motivator — someone who leads by example, values collaboration, and strives to leave a positive impact through your work.

🎁 What’s on Offer

• Flexible hybrid working to suit your lifestyle.
• Clear path to Associate / Associate Director level for the right individual.
• Comprehensive professional development and chartership support.
• A collaborative culture built on trust, creativity, and technical excellence.
• Competitive benefits and company-wide initiatives supporting wellbeing and growth.

If you’re an experienced engineer ready to step into a role with genuine influence — leading people, projects, and progress — get in touch for a confidential discussion.