Associate Director (Structures / Bridges)We are seeking an experienced Associate Director level (Structures / Bridges) professional to provide strategic and technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of railway and civil infrastructure projects. This senior role combines technical authority, project delivery oversight, client engagement, and business growth responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and expanding our capability, while ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of safety, quality, and innovation.ResponsibilitiesTechnical & Project Leadership: Act as technical and design lead on the delivery of civil and structural engineering projects; oversee and mentor multi-disciplinary engineering project teams; provide senior review and approval of engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with UK standards; lead design assurance, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and technical governance; support construction phases through oversight, technical advice, and resolution of complex engineering challenges.Business & Client Development: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including infrastructure management companies, transport authorities, local authorities and major contractors; support the preparation of bids, tenders, and frameworks; identify new business opportunities and contribute to the strategic direction of the team.Commercial & Strategic Management: Take responsibility for project financial performance (budgeting, forecasting, profitability); support resource planning, fee proposals, and contract negotiations; mentor and develop engineers and project managers; promote knowledge-sharing, technical excellence, and continuous professional development; foster a collaborative and inclusive culture aligned with company values.Qualifications / ExperienceDegree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE or MIStructE) essential.Experience in infrastructure design at a senior level, with significant time in management roles. Leadership experience preferred.In-depth knowledge of UK industry standards including Network Rail GRIP/PGS, RIBA, CDM Regulations, Eurocodes, BS/EN.Experience in business development, frameworks and client engagement within the UK market.Commercial awareness with experience in contract forms.Familiarity with BIM, digital engineering tools, and sustainability practices in infrastructure delivery.Preferably endorsed as CRE (Civils/Structures) for Network Rail projects.Skills & CompetenciesStrategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.Good leadership and mentoring skills.Strong technical authority in rail and civil engineering.Proven client relationship management and networking ability.Clear communicator with strong negotiation and influencing skills.Commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation.What We Offer YouCompetitive salary and excellent flexible benefits packageComprehensive training opportunities and reimbursement of professional feesContributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays)Annual leave purchase and buy-back schemeBonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications awardAdditional benefits may vary between officesWe are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.EthosWe, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr