Associate Directors

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Aptus Personnel Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Leadership comes in many forms. It's not always about title; it's about timing.

And for many structural engineers in Melbourne, the timing is now.

I'm partnering with several
progressive consultancies
across the city, all creating
new leadership roles
as they prepare for a strong 2026 pipeline of major buildings projects. These groups are investing in growth, culture and capability, and each offers something a little different.

Whether you're an
Associate ready to step up
, an
Associate Director who's hit a ceiling
, or looking for something
fresh and meaningful
- like the rare opportunity to
build a structures division from the ground up
- there's a platform here that fits your leadership style.

Some of these roles are
business development-focused
, others centre on
technical delivery and team leadership
, and a few offer a
blend of both
. What they share is the chance to
influence, shape and drive
how building design is delivered across Melbourne in the years ahead.

About You

  • 10+ years
    structural design experience within a Melbourne consultancy
  • Degree in Civil Engineering
    , with CPEng
  • Proven track record delivering
    complex Melbourne building projects
  • Strong local network
  • trusted clients, consultants and project partners
  • Skilled in
    project management, client liaison and business development
  • Natural
    leadership and mentoring ability
  • Ability to
    build and maintain high-performing teams
  • Strategic mindset
    with commercial awareness and growth drive

Key Areas of Impact

  • Deliver practical, buildable design solutions
    across complex building types
  • Lead teams
    to ensure quality and performance
  • Strengthen client relationships
    and contribute to business development
  • Oversee budgets, timelines and project delivery
  • Mentor
    and develop junior engineers
  • Promote
    collaboration, innovation and technical excellence
  • Influence
    direction
    and
    culture
    within a growing, design-led environment

Why Now

Great cities are built by great leaders, and Melbourne's next chapter is about to be written.

As Melbourne's construction sector builds momentum for 2026, consultancies are searching for the next generation of structural leaders. If you're considering your next challenge, let's chat.

After 11 years recruiting in Melbourne's structural market, I've built the network to know where the real opportunities are. All conversations are handled with absolute
discretion
.

Siobhan Barrett

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