Associate​/Associate Director - Structures - Energy

Associate / Associate Director - Structures - Energy

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At WSP you can access a global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and collaborate with the brightest minds in the field. You will have the chance to embrace curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives while shaping a career as unique as you.

The role is a senior leadership position in the delivery of structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects, including Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations and other critical energy assets.

• Lead and oversee the structural design and delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic input into project planning, resourcing and risk management.
• Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission and distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Contribute to business development, including bids, proposals and client presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable design solutions.
• Support the development of best practices, innovation and continuous improvement within the team.

We’re looking for an experienced leader with a strong technical foundation and a passion for infrastructure.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional body.
• Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Experience in one or more of the following:
  Substations, Transmission and Distribution infrastructure, Overhead Line (OHL) projects, Power stations, Petrochemical facilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and client‑facing skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

• A senior role in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.
• Career progression opportunities within a global consultancy.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture.

If you’re ready to lead the way in shaping the UK’s energy future, we’d love to hear from you.