ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - CIVILS

Opportunity to become part of a globally recognized environmental and sustainability consultancy in their Glasgow office.  They are seeking an Associate Director or Technical Director to join the Civil Engineering team, offering the successful candidate a chance to shape the future of their Civil Engineering division.

The Role:

As an Associate Director or Technical Director specializing in Civil Engineering, you will lead an experienced and talented team, ensuring high-quality project delivery and the continued growth of their Civil Engineering services. You’ll be responsible for managing day-to-day team operations, supporting business development, and fostering client relationships.

The team currently manages a diverse range of projects, including infrastructure, residential, commercial, industrial, and renewable energy. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, including highways design, drainage and flood risk assessments, earthworks, 3D modelling, and technical reporting, from planning through to construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the management of the Civil Engineering team, including workload coordination, budget oversight, and mentoring staff.
• Lead business development efforts, identifying new opportunities and nurturing existing client relationships.
• Collaborate with other teams, bringing together complementary skills from structural, geotechnical, and health & safety teams.
• Manage multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring timely delivery to budget and quality standards.

About you:

• A degree in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered status with the ICE (MICE or FICE).
• Proven technical proficiency in civil engineering with a strong ability to write detailed reports.
• A demonstrated history in business development and client relationship management.
• Leadership experience, including team management, development, and mentoring.
• Expertise in UK highway design standards (e.g., DMRB, MCHW, Manual for Streets).
• Experience in drainage design, including residential, flood alleviation, and SUDS.
• Knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.
• Experience with quality control and oversight of drawings created in AutoCAD.
• Strong project management skills and a proven ability to deliver projects successfully.
• A full UK driving licence.

On offer is a comprehensive benefits package which includes private healthcare scheme, flexi-time and hybrid working and more.

If you are a highly skilled and driven civil engineer with a passion for sustainability and a desire to lead a growing team, send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting who will call you for a confidential chat about the role.

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