Associate Director - Highways Engineering Project Centre, part of Marston Holdings, is a leading design, engineering, and landscape architecture consultancy whose highly talented people are passionate about creating places that are attractive, innovative, sustainable, and safe. With a growing pipeline of new clients and opportunities, and projects already in hand, we are looking to appoint an experienced Associate Director of Highways and Transport. This is a full time, permanent role. Role & Responsibilities Working alongside the Technical Director you will develop and implement our strategic plan for the Highways and Transport Service Managing project resources within the business unit, including the supervision and development of multidisciplinary and multi-location teams. Promoting the professional services offered by Project Centre to clients within the region, and work together with other directors and account managers to develop new business opportunities. Developing and directing business growth. Ensure customer satisfaction and develop long-term partnerships. Ensure individuals and teams operate in compliance with relevant industry legislation and design standards, quality management systems and procedures. Provide interdisciplinary coordination, determine project needs, and participate in inter-office coordination of other stakeholders on small, medium, and large-scale projects. What we are looking for Bachelor's degree in relevant technical discipline Chartered Status with a recognised professional Institution (ICE, CIHT or equivalent) Relevant experience within technical and professional services. Proven leadership skills, ability to work under pressure, and deliver efficient financial performance. Knowledge and experience operating within a matrix model. Self-starter with the ability to analyse complex situations, develop options and successfully promote solutions quickly. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Experience developing and leading opportunity pursuits, business and account management and experience establishing and developing client relationships. Knowledge and experience of effective people leadership initiatives including Equality, Inclusion and Diversification Demonstrable experience of project management including experience of change management What you will get in return £Negotiable and subject to experience Private health cover 27 annual leave days plus bank holidays Yearly professional membership of your choice Continuous training and development Yearly Professional Membership of your choice Pension scheme. Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle, from discounts on high street and online shopping to travel, socialising and wellbeing. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package NB subject to eligibility criteria. If this sounds like the job for you, please apply New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.