Associate Director, Structural Engineering at AECOM in Plymouth with Visa Sponsorship

This Associate Director - Structural Engineering role at AECOM in Plymouth offers an exciting opportunity to lead complex technical challenges within a global infrastructure consulting firm. It is ideal for experienced structural engineers, especially those in Nigeria and across Africa, as visa/skilled worker sponsorship is explicitly available and the company is open to foreign applicants needing a UK work visa. While the salary is not advertised, the position is a contract role offering career development and a competitive reward package within a positive working environment.

Job Description

As an Associate Director within AECOM's UK & Ireland Building Engineering team, you will take on significant responsibility for leading the technical delivery of demanding projects. This will involve managing commercial and resourcing aspects while working without direct supervision, developing your leadership skills, and contributing to the structural engineering team's growth through business development and client relationship management.

The role requires you to represent the technical team in client-facing environments, engaging with clients and other professionals to make significant contributions to emerging designs using your engineering expertise. You will also be expected to prepare technical reports that clearly convey complex structural engineering concepts, undertake independent technical reviews, and perform quality control checks on work prepared by others, often within the defence sector.

Requirements

• Proven ability in the structural design of structural materials, including steel and reinforced concrete.
• Demonstrable experience in the analysis and design of seismically qualified structures.
• Knowledge of safety case interfaces within the nuclear sector.
• Experience and a proven record of delivery of projects within the defence sector.
• Proven ability to undertake structural design using current British Standards and Eurocodes and associated standards.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, either through existing right-to-work or by securing a Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa, which AECOM is offering to sponsor for suitable foreign candidates.

Benefits

• A challenging and rewarding role within a global infrastructure consulting firm.
• Opportunities for significant career development and professional progression.
• A positive and supportive working environment with a focus on impact.
• A competitive reward package, though the specific salary is not disclosed.
• Access to AECOM's established flexible working policy, 'Freedom to Grow', supporting flexible and remote work.

How to Prepare

For Nigerians and other African immigrants eyeing this Associate Director role in Structural Engineering, a polished application is crucial. Ensure your CV highlights your leadership experience, technical expertise in structural design, especially with seismically qualified structures and defence sector projects, and your familiarity with British Standards and Eurocodes. Tailor your LinkedIn profile to reflect these key skills and experiences, making it clear you are seeking opportunities in the UK.

When crafting your cover letter, explicitly mention your experience relevant to the job description and your enthusiasm for contributing to AECOM's projects. For the interview, be prepared to discuss how your international experience aligns with UK engineering practices and how you would integrate into a UK-based team, confidently addressing your need for visa sponsorship as a clear and established aspect of your application.

• Update your CV to a UK format, emphasizing leadership, project delivery, and defence sector experience.
• Ensure your LinkedIn profile showcases your structural engineering expertise and interest in UK opportunities.
• Prepare a compelling cover letter that directly addresses the job requirements and your suitability.
• Research AECOM's projects, particularly in defence and infrastructure, to demonstrate informed interest.
• Practice articulating your experience with British Standards and Eurocodes, and how you approach complex structural challenges.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is AVAILABLE for this role. AECOM is explicitly open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa to take up employment. If your visa status is borderline or you have specific questions about the sponsorship process, it is advisable to clearly state your situation in your cover letter and be prepared to discuss it during the interview process.