Structural Engineer - Partnership Opportunity

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

Job summary

A structural engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate Director / Partner Designate to lead project delivery and drive business growth. The position offers a transition to partnership within a successful practice and supports professional development. Candidates should have strong technical skills and readiness to manage teams. The role is based in St Albans, focusing on projects around London and the South East, offering a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Ambitious engineer with strong technical skills in structural engineering.
• Willingness to lead teams and handle business-management responsibilities.
• Locally based, comfortable working on projects around London and the South East.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and manage project delivery within the structural engineering practice.
• Engage in business development and commercial activities to support firm growth.
• Collaborate with the existing partners to maintain and grow client relationships.

Skills

Strong technical skills in structural engineering

Leadership

Business management

Job description

Overview

Associate Director / Partner Designate - Structural Engineering • Permanent • Watford • £70,000 - £90,000

This Civil/Structural consulting engineering firm, established for 25 years with a profitable business and a diverse project portfolio across London and the South East, is seeking an Associate Director who is interested in becoming a partner of the practice in the future. The company is currently led by two partners who maintain a successful business with a reputation for project delivery and positive employee experience, fostering a relaxed environment that supports professional and personal development.

As part of succession planning, the company aims to appoint an Associate Director to maintain and grow the business going forward. The incoming engineer will join as an associate with the intention to progress into a full partner in the near future. There are plenty of clients and a strong reputation, so new work is consistently available. The role is based locally, with the expectation to work on projects on the outskirts of London. Chartership is not required for this role.

To be considered, apply now for an immediate discussion regarding this rare opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and manage project delivery within the structural engineering practice.
• Engage in business development and commercial activities to support firm growth.
• Contribute to succession planning and the ongoing development of the management team.
• Collaborate with the existing partners to maintain and grow client relationships.
• Operate with commercial awareness and take on responsibilities that bridge technical and managerial domains.

Qualifications and profile

• Ambitious engineer with strong technical skills in structural engineering.
• Willingness to lead teams and handle business-management responsibilities.
• Locally based, comfortable working on projects around London and the South East.
• Chartership is not required for this role.