Associate/Associate Director Structural

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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As an Associate Structures Director, you will be part of a 100-percent employee-owned organization that supports and creates many opportunities for you to advance, succeed, and fulfill your career aspirations.

About You

We are looking for a personable self-starter with the ability to project a positive 'can-do' professional attitude at all times, maintaining good working relationships. You enjoy working collaboratively across disciplines and can establish excellent rapport within the team, with clients, and across the business. You can work under pressure, handle a varied workload, meet tight deadlines, and maintain the highest level of technical excellence.

Primary Objective

As an Associate Director, you will manage the Structures group, monitor and deliver projects effectively, ensure technical quality, and oversee all design activities to meet deadlines. You will also monitor and coach staff performance, implement training, QA, and health and safety protocols.

In the role of Associate Structures Director, you will have the opportunity to:

• Monitor project resource allocation, CAD requirements, and workload forecasts.
• Carry out engineering design from concept to detailed design, tendering, site supervision, and project completion, ensuring adherence to design briefs and deadlines.
• Ensure all projects and reports are technically compliant and maintain quality standards through regular reviews.
• Manage contract staff and third-party appointments.
• Maintain excellent client relationships to achieve satisfaction and repeat business.
• Develop new business opportunities and participate in company presentations.
• Motivate and manage staff to build high-performing teams, set objectives, monitor performance, and develop staff potential.
• Control project progress, manage design variations, and oversee budgets.
• Implement management systems, coordinate staff leave, and carry out staff development plans.
• Ensure QA and health and safety systems are implemented and maintained.
• Adhere to ISO 9001 and 14001 standards and respond to CDM regulations.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• BEng, MSc, or equivalent in Civil or Structural Engineering or relevant field.
• Chartered Engineer or pursuing chartered status with ICE, IStructE, or relevant body.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a design consultancy, managing projects.
• Experience monitoring contract staff or third-party appointments is desirable.
• Proficiency in computer modeling, CAD, and effective communication with other consultants.
• Experience in similar roles is preferred.
• Competency in MS Office and project analysis software.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing teams across locations.
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable presenting to executives and large audiences.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture is essential.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things happen daily. This shapes our culture, encourages trust, and connects us closer to clients and communities.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

Our Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster a sense of belonging and support where everyone can contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Program Management

Job Posting

Apr 28, 2025

HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.

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