Associate Director - Structural Engineering

Atkins Search · Nottingham, East Midlands

Associate Director - Structural Engineering at Atkins Search, based in Nottingham, East Midlands, paying £65,000 - £75,000 per annum. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.

Salary
£65,000 - £75,000 per annum
Location
Nottingham, East Midlands · Hybrid
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 weeks ago
Closes
8 Sep 2026
Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing

About 22% above the going rate for engineering & manufacturing

Reference d72f832ec02a3dc46e265ab844d22d565b62b502

About the role

Overview



Atkins Search are recruiting for an experienced Associate Director - Structural Engineering to join a highly reputable, forward thinking and fast growing Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy based in Nottingham with flexible and hybrid working options available.



Please note – if you are currently an Associate Structural Engineer or Principal Structural Engineer and seeking the next stage of your career, your application will be considered!



Client



My client is a dynamic, forward thinking Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy with multi offices across the UK who pride themselves on their collaborative culture, quality of service and dedication to their people and wellbeing.



They provide various Civil and Structural Engineering services across a broad range of sectors such as healthcare, higher education, student accommodation, residential, industrial, commercial as well as appointed on multiple respectable National frameworks.



Due to their diverse client and project portfolio, my client can offer you a varied workload that is aligned with your preferences and strengths as well as a realistic opportunity to progress your career with a truly fantastic business!



Role



A fantastic role has arisen for an Associate Director - Structural Engineering that requires a blend of technical expertise, work winning capabilities and leadership ability. You will assist with leading a team of competent structural engineers and technicians to deliver projects within an agreed budget, timescale and to a high quality.



This includes delivering your own projects, communicating with clients, stakeholders and external teams as necessary to ensure the brief is adhered to in the delivery of the projects whilst maintaining a positive client relationship.



An important aspect of this role is to act as mentor to junior members, providing advice and guidance utilising previous project knowledge.



Person



The successful Associate Director - Structural Engineering will ideally have:

Degree level qualification in Engineering (Civil or Structural Engineering) or equivalent.
Membership of relevant professional engineering institution - ideally IStructE, ICE, CEng or similar (Desirable)
Proven track record as a successful Principal Structural Engineer, Associate Structural Engineer and/or Associate Director with a Engineering Consultancy.
Successful track record within work winning and business development of both new and existing clients.
Experience of building design and structures across a range of sectors, ideally education, retail and commercial, healthcare, residential, leisure, logistics and manufacturing.
Competent in steelwork, concrete, masonry and timber structures. 
Strong communication and problem solving skills with a commercial mindset. 


Remuneration 



My client’s core business focus is to work together to deliver lasting, successful, quality outcomes and a positive legacy. As their employees are the heart of their business, their priority is to keep them happy and safe.



Some of the exciting perks and benefits that they offer an Associate Director - Structural Engineering can include:

Highly competitive salary
Hybrid working – minimum 2 days in the office
Flexible working hours
Excellent career progression prospects 
Generous annual leave entitlement
Company funded professional memberships 
Full support and guidance towards chartership 
Funded team socials and events 
Life assurance scheme 
Wellbeing programme
Substantial bonus scheme
Enhanced pension contribution
Private medical insurance
Relaxed working environment with “open door” business approach


Atkins Search acts as an employment agency for the Built Environment including but not limited to Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure sectors. By submitting your CV, you consent to Atkins Search processing your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. At Atkins Search, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone throughout the recruitment process. Please note that any salary or benefits listed are indicative only and subject to suitability of skills and experience.

Reference: d72f832ec02a3dc46e265ab844d22d565b62b502 · Posted 4 weeks ago · Closes 8 Sep 2026 · Listed via Atkins Search

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