Associate Structural Engineer Location: Leicester Salary: £60,000+ (dependent on UK experience) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer to join an ambitious and growing consultancy. This is a senior leadership position offering the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across a variety of sectors, project values, and complexities. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the structural engineering team, developing existing client relationships, supporting business growth, and contributing to the strategic direction of the business alongside the Directors. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management * Lead, manage, and mentor a team of structural engineers and technicians. * Support staff development through coaching, technical guidance, and performance management. * Contribute to recruitment, succession planning, and team growth initiatives. * Promote a collaborative and high-performance working culture. Project Delivery * Oversee the design and delivery of structural engineering projects from concept through to completion. * Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. * Provide technical leadership across a broad range of structural schemes. * Review and approve designs, calculations, specifications, and drawings. Client Relationship Management * Manage and develop key client accounts. * Build strong relationships with developers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders. * Support business development activities and identify opportunities for repeat and new business. * Represent the business at client meetings and industry events. Essential Experience * Significant UK structural engineering consultancy experience. * Proven track record of delivering a wide range of structural projects across varying sectors and scales. * Experience managing engineering teams and developing technical staff. * Strong client-facing skills with experience in key account management. * Commercial awareness and an understanding of business performance indicators. * Experience working within a leadership or senior management capacity. Technical Skills * Autodesk Revit Structures – Expert level proficiency. * Autodesk AutoCAD – Expert level proficiency. * Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook. * Experience using MailManager. * Strong understanding of BIM and structural design coordination processes. Professional Qualifications Essential * Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. * Chartered Engineer status (CEng). Desirable * MICE (Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers). * MIStructE (Member of the Institution of Structural Engineers)