Technical Director - Structures Energy

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Stockton-On-Tees, Cleveland, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Glasgow, Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom
Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

We are now entering a significant growth phase and are looking to expand our leadership team with experienced and ambitious professionals. If you're ready to take a strategic role in shaping the future of UK energy infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.

A little more about your role

As a Technical Director you will take a senior leadership role in the delivery of structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects. These include Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations, and other critical energy assets.

You will be responsible for leading project teams, managing client relationships, and driving technical excellence and innovation across our portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

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, acting 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.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

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

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional body.

Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.

Ideally, experience in one or more of the following:

• Substations
• Transmission and Distribution infrastructure
• 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.

What's in it for you?

A senior role in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.

Career progression opportunities within a global consultancy.

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

A collaborative and inclusive team culture.