Associate / Associate Director Structural Engineer

Associate / Associate Director Structural Engineer | Building Structures | BelfastVickerstock are working alongside a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with an established reputation for delivering innovative design solutions across the built environment, infrastructure and development sectors. As the business continues to expand its Belfast presence, they are seeking an Associate or Associate Director level Structural Engineer to establish and lead the growth of their new building structures capability in Northern Ireland.This represents a rare opportunity for an experienced Structural Engineer to play a defining role in shaping a new discipline within a growing Belfast office. Combining technical leadership with client development, work-winning and team growth, this position offers genuine influence over the future direction of the structural engineering offering.Why this opportunity?Establish and lead a new structural engineering capability within an expanding Belfast officeCombine technical delivery with business development and client relationship managementInfluence future recruitment, team structure and technical directionWork within an established multidisciplinary consultancy delivering projects across the UK and IrelandPlay a key role in developing a sustainable pipeline of structural engineering projectsYour new role as Associate / Associate Director Structural Engineer As a senior technical leader within the business, you will take ownership of the delivery of structural engineering projects while building client relationships and developing future opportunities for the Belfast structures team. You will be responsible for:Leading the delivery of building structures projects across sectors including commercial, residential, industrial, education and public sector developmentsProviding technical leadership across structural design projects, including reinforced concrete, steelwork, masonry and associated structural systemsManaging project delivery from concept through to detailed design and construction stagesProducing and reviewing technical reports, calculations, specifications and design informationActing as a senior point of contact for clients, architects, contractors and project stakeholdersDeveloping and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective clients across Northern IrelandSupporting business development activities including networking, bid preparation, fee proposals and work-winning initiativesIdentifying new opportunities and contributing to the growth strategy for the Belfast structures teamMentoring and supporting future members of the structural engineering team as the discipline developsWhat you will need to succeed as Associate / Associate Director Structural Engineer To be considered for this opportunity, you should demonstrate:Technical experience:A degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related disciplineChartered Engineer status with IStructE, ICE or an equivalent professional bodySignificant experience delivering structural engineering projects within a consultancy environmentStrong technical capability across building structures design and engineering principlesExperience managing technical delivery, design teams and project outputsCommercial and leadership experience:Proven experience developing client relationships and supporting business growthA track record of contributing to successful bids, fee proposals and winning new workExperience mentoring engineers and supporting team developmentStrong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities and build a sustainable project pipelineThe ambition and capability to establish and grow a structural engineering team within BelfastWhat's in it for you? In return, you can expect:Salary 65,000+ depending on experienceThe opportunity to establish and lead a new structural engineering team in BelfastA senior leadership role within an established multidisciplinary engineering consultancyThe autonomy to influence strategy, recruitment and technical developmentExposure to a diverse portfolio of building structures projects across multiple sectorsThe opportunity to build long-term client relationships and directly contribute to business growthExcellent career progression opportunities as the Belfast office continues to expandFor a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or similar senior structural, civil and infrastructure engineering roles across Northern Ireland and Ireland, please contact Brian Mitchell at Vickerstock Recruitment.Discipline(s): ConstructionJob type: Permanent