Structural Engineer - Associate

ZipRecruiter; St Albans; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil/structural consulting engineering firm in Watford seeks an Associate Director/Partner Designate. This role offers the opportunity to progress to partnership while managing projects and leading teams. Ideal for engineers with strong technical skills and commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Excellent technical skills required.
• Ambitious and ready for a challenging role.

Responsibilities

• Join as an associate with a goal to become a partner.
• Manage business and lead teams on projects.

Skills

Technical Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership

Job description

Job Description

Associate Director / Partner Designate - Structural Engineering

Location: Permanent, Watford

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000

This civil/structural consulting engineering firm, established for 25 years, boasts a profitable business with a diverse and significant project portfolio across London and the South East. They are seeking an Associate Director interested in becoming a partner in the future.

The company is currently led by two partners who have built a successful business known for excellent project delivery and a positive employee environment, fostering professional and personal development. As part of their succession planning, they aim to bring in an Associate Director to support ongoing growth and management of the business.

The incoming engineer will join as an associate with the goal of progressing to a full partner soon. The firm is profitable, with a steady flow of clients and a strong reputation, ensuring continuous new work opportunities.

The role is ideal for locally based engineers with excellent technical skills who are eager to manage a business, work on projects near London, and lead teams. Candidates should be ambitious, commercially aware, and ready for a challenging role. Chartership is not required for this position.

To be considered, apply now for an immediate callback and discussion about this rare opportunity.