Associate Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Warmley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy seeks an Associate Structural Engineer for its Bristol office. This role involves leading the Structures team, managing diverse projects across sectors, and contributing to business growth. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, project management skills, and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to lead and grow a team

Influence over technical direction and project portfolio

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 a skilled team managing projects in various sectors.
• Oversee projects from initial concept through to completion.
• Mentor junior engineers and develop client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Management

Technical Design

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Chartered with IStructE or ICE

Job description

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).