Associate Director, Bridges and Structures

2 weeks ago


Bristol, United Kingdom Jacobs Full time

Associate Director, Bridges and Structures – UK Wide Join to apply for the Associate Director, Bridges and Structures – UK Wide role at Jacobs At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your Impact As a key member of our Bridges and Structures team, you’ll help lead our transformation into a solutions‑focused provider, leveraging new technologies, digital processes, and lean methodologies to enhance efficiency and deliver greater value to our clients. With a strong focus on sustainability and decarbonisation, you’ll apply your advanced technical engineering, interpersonal, and organisational skills to support the delivery of structural solutions across highways, rail, aviation, energy, and power sectors. In This Role Lead and mentor teams in structural analysis, feasibility studies, tender and detailed designs, and the production of contract documents and technical reports. Coordinate with other disciplines to deliver integrated services and high‑quality outcomes for clients. Drive innovation by identifying and implementing data‑driven, automated, and standardised solutions to improve project efficiency and productivity. Collaborate with our UK and Global Integrated Delivery teams to optimise resources and ensure successful project delivery. Qualifications A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or a related discipline) A professional qualification Excellent communication, collaboration and time‑management skills Project management and leadership skills related to bridge design (or other disciplines) Strong technical design and practical problem‑solving skills Background in bridge design preferable; experience in other disciplines and industries welcomed. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with experience in asset management, structures renewals and post‑tensioned structures, including post‑tensioned special inspections (PTSI). Benefits and Opportunities Jacobs offers flexible working arrangements, well‑being benefits, a global giving and volunteering program, and opportunities to maximise your potential with a global company. We value safety, flexibility, mental health, inclusion, and belonging. EEO Statement Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. As a disability‑confident employer, we interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and welcome applicants seeking flexible working and those who may not meet all listed requirements. We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. #J-18808-Ljbffr


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