12/05/2026
Full time
Associate Director - Structural Engineering Oxfordshire Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy Ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape projects, influence strategy and grow a team? We're partnering with a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy that delivers engineering, design and surveying solutions across the construction sector. As they continue to expand, they're looking for an Associate Director-level Structural Engineer to play a key role in driving both technical delivery and business growth. The Opportunity This is more than just a technical role, it's a chance to lead from the front. You'll take ownership of projects from concept to completion, build lasting client relationships and contribute directly to the growth of the business in Oxfordshire and beyond. You'll enjoy working across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, science, manufacturing and retail, giving you variety and the chance to make real impact. What You'll Be Doing Project Leadership Take full ownership of structural engineering projects from design through to delivery Oversee calculations, drawings, and technical outputs to ensure quality and compliance Solve complex engineering challenges with innovative, practical solutions Client & Business Development Build and nurture strong client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor Identify new opportunities and contribute to winning future business Represent the consultancy at networking events and within the wider industry Technical & Quality Oversight Provide technical leadership and guidance across projects Review and support the work of engineers and technicians Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices Team Leadership & Collaboration Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting their progression Work collaboratively with architects, contractors and multidisciplinary teams Foster a culture of innovation, quality and continuous improvement What We're Looking For Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent) Chartered Engineer status (ICE or IStructE) Circa 10+ years' experience, ideally within a consultancy environment Proven track record delivering structural projects across buildings/infrastructure Strong knowledge of design standards (Eurocodes, British Standards, Building Regs) Experience with tools such as Tekla / Tedds (Revit/BIM knowledge a bonus) A natural communicator with strong commercial awareness and leadership capability What's On Offer Competitive salary package Pension contribution (up to 5%) + salary exchange scheme Private healthcare & death in service cover 25 days holiday + additional days with service (up to 28) Flexible working hours (flexi-time) Paid professional memberships & ongoing CPD support Study leave and career development opportunities Free on-site parking Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.