At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex civil engineering projects and mentor high-performing teams.
- Company: Join HDR, a forward-thinking company shaping the future of infrastructure.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, career progression, and a collaborative culture.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and empowers innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and technological advancement in the built environment.
- Qualifications: Chartered Engineer with extensive consultancy experience and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
The future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimising energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
About You
We are seeking a commercially astute and technically accomplished civil engineering professional with a proven track record of leading complex projects and high-performing teams. Chartered (MICE or equivalent), you bring significant consultancy experience and the confidence to operate at a strategic level, balancing technical excellence with financial accountability. You will be a natural leader who builds strong client relationships, identifies growth opportunities and inspires those around you. Forward-thinking and solutions-focused, motivated by delivering impactful infrastructure while contributing to the long-term success and direction of the business.
About the Role
As Civil Associate Director, you will play a pivotal leadership role within the business, combining technical excellence with strategic and commercial oversight. You will lead the successful delivery of complex civil engineering projects from inception through to completion, while managing client relationships, driving business development and ensuring financial performance across your portfolio. Working closely with senior leadership, you will help shape the direction of the division, mentor and develop high-performing teams, and uphold the highest standards of quality, innovation and professionalism. This role offers significant influence, autonomy and a clear pathway for further progression.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of complex civil engineering projects across infrastructure, drainage, utilities and development schemes
- Provide technical direction and governance to ensure excellence and compliance
- Build and strengthen long-term client partnerships
- Identify, secure and convert new business opportunities
- Take ownership of financial performance, forecasting and risk management
- Mentor and develop high-performing engineers and future leaders
- Contribute to business planning and strategic growth initiatives
Requirements
- BEng, MSc, or equivalent qualification in Civil, Structural Engineering or relevant subject
- Chartered Engineer (MICE or equivalent)
- Extensive consultancy experience designing and managing infrastructure projects within civil engineering (ideally 8yrs minimum). (experience working on Data Centre projects is highly desirable)
- Strong leadership and team development capability
- Commercially astute with experience managing budgets and profitability
- Proven ability to win and grow client accounts
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Associate Director - Civils employer: Hdr's Building Engineering Services Group
At HDR, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions innovation and collaboration in the civil engineering sector. Our inclusive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, empowering employees to lead impactful projects while building strong client relationships. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the built environment in a supportive and dynamic setting.
Contact Details:
Hdr's Building Engineering Services Group Recruitment Team
