Technical Director - Blast Resistant Design

Glasgow, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Manchester

First People Solutions is currently seeking a Technical Director with a strong background in Building Structures to join a leading consulting engineer. In this role, you will serve as the technical lead on a range of projects, oversee and mentor a team of Engineers and Technicians, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams. You will also play a key role in client engagement and business development initiatives.

This position presents an excellent opportunity to provide technical leadership in specialist blast-resistant structural design, oversee the delivery of industrial projects from concept through to detailed design, and work alongside other department heads to drive business growth, strengthen client relationships, and contribute meaningfully to the overall success of the company.

This position can be based in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Liverpool, or other locations across the UK, offering flexibility for the right candidate.

To be considered for this role, you will need to have:

Hold a degree in Structural Engineering and be chartered (IStructE or ICE), with significant experience working in a UK-based design engineering consultancy. You should have expertise in blast-resistant design and assessment, demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities, and possess hands-on experience with a wide range of common building structures.

What's in it for you?

Involved in a range of prestigious projects across the UK
Be part of a successful team that will that support your leadership and success
Clear progression and succession plan
Competitive salary
Hybrid working arrangement
Pension and life assurance

How to Apply:

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director or Technical Manager with a specialist background in blast-resistant design, we invite you to get in touch. Please apply online with your most recent CV. We're happy to talk if you're not yet ready to submit your CV, just call Debbie at (phone number removed).

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age