Title: Associate / Business Unit Leader - Structural
Location: Birmingham
Type of position: Permanent
About the Company
This is an employee-owned, highly regarded engineering consultancy with a legacy of over 60 years in delivering creative and practical solutions. Their mission is to make a meaningful impact through their work, contributing to a better, more sustainable future.
Joining this company offers more than just involvement in projects-it means becoming part of a close-knit, collaborative team where personal growth is encouraged, and careers are developed in an environment focused on leaving a positive legacy.
The Position as a Associate / Business Unit Leader - Structural
They are currently looking for a Associate / Business Unit Leader - Structural to take charge of their growing Structures Team in Birmingham. This team consists of five engineers and technicians and is part of a broader network of approximately 50 technical experts spread across multiple offices.
The role involves leading a wide array of projects across sectors like healthcare, commercial, industrial, residential, and education, with budgets exceeding £100 million. High-profile projects include The Collaborative Teaching Laboratory for the University of Birmingham, Motorways Sports Village & Waterpark in Derby, and Exchange Square.
The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding the team technically, providing mentorship, and fostering professional development across the group.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal person will have significant experience managing and delivering projects of various scopes. They should be skilled in developing design programmes, as well as managing project finances, including overseeing WIP, debt, and profitability.
Strong leadership skills are essential, as the role requires serving as a role model and inspiring those around them.
The ideal candidate should be a chartered engineer or close to achieving chartered status, working under a recognised professional body's training programme.
The company values individuals who are guided by a strong sense of integrity, celebrate team success, and acknowledge the efforts of others. They are looking for someone conscientious, kind, and passionate about delivering work that will leave a lasting and meaningful impact on the profession.
If this is a position that would interest you please get in touch with Joe Pickup at Energi People -