Structural Engineer, Director

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Central Bristol Multidisciplinary Consultancy

We are delighted to be working with a highly respected multidisciplinary engineering and design practice as they look to appoint a Structural Engineering Director to spearhead the growth of their Bristol operation.

This is a rare and rewarding opportunity for an experienced leader to establish and grow a new structural engineering team, develop a strong regional presence, and play a key role in shaping the future of the wider business.

The Opportunity

As Structural Engineering Director, you will take ownership of the structural offering in the Bristol area, with the autonomy and support to build a high‑performing team and expand the consultancy’s footprint across the region.

Key responsibilities include:

Establishing and leading a new structural engineering team in Bristol
Driving regional business development and securing new client relationships
Representing the practice at a senior level with clients, collaborators and stakeholders
Overseeing the technical delivery of structural engineering projects across multiple sectors
Mentoring, managing and developing engineers at all levels
Working collaboratively with other disciplines to deliver integrated, high‑quality solutions
Contributing to the wider strategic direction of the business
About You

We are keen to speak with senior structural engineers who combine technical excellence with commercial and leadership capability. You will likely bring:

Chartered status (MIStructE or MICE)
Strong experience delivering complex structural projects within a consultancy environment
Proven leadership experience, ideally at Associate level and upwards
A track record of team building, mentoring and developing engineers
Commercial awareness and experience contributing to work‑winning or client development
An entrepreneurial mindset and enthusiasm for growing a regional business
 
The Practice

Our client is a well‑established multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, sustainable engineering solutions. They offer a genuinely collaborative culture, long‑term career progression and the opportunity to have a real influence on the direction of the business.

What’s On Offer

Highly competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to build and lead a new regional team
Equity / profit share
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
A leadership role with genuine autonomy and influence