Senior Associate Director

Senior Associate Director - Civil Engineering (Transmission & Distribution)Join to apply for the Senior Associate Director - Civil Engineering (Transmission & Distribution) role at JacobsOverviewAt 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 ImpactJacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director – Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high‑voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132–400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector.Key ResponsibilitiesLead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clientsDefine civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant layoutsDrive technical reviews and approvals covering foundation design, structural framing, equipment plinths, transformer bunds/oil containment, flood risk/SuDS, access/haulage, drainage and outfallsChair design reviews; assure compliance with client proceduresEnsure adherence to CDM 2015 and Jacobs’ quality processesPlan resources, programmes and budgets; coordinate with backoffice engineers, subconsultants and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery via common data environments and BIM workflows (e.g., Civil 3D, Revit, MicroStation)Provide construction‑phase support (RFI responses, site inspections, NCR closeout), attend site visits, preconstruction reviews and witnessing of civil elements (e.g., foundations, bund systems, drainage structures)Lead and contribute to tenders (technical and commercial), proposals and client presentations; maintain and grow strategic client relationships; position Jacobs in industry forums and standards working groupsLine manage and mentor Senior/Principal Engineers; build succession and capability; set technical standards and foster a culture of innovation and excellenceQualifications / What You'll NeedA degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering disciplineChartered Engineer status with a relevant institutionExperience within a civil discipline and delivering complex multi‑disciplinary projects for the Energy Transition industryProven leadership of complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects within UK T&D, with strong client‑facing capabilityFluency in BIM/CDE processes and design tools (Civil 3D, Revit, MicroStation, Tekla/Tedds), data governance and model assuranceExcellent written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement and business development acumen; able to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressureLCDAE/PD (TP137) and TP141 authorisation preferredBenefitsUK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.Disability Confident EmployerWe are a disability confident employer. We will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. #J-18808-Ljbffr