Technical Director / Associate Director: Ground Engineering

Overview

Senior role leading the Ground Engineering team to drive technical excellence and client delivery. You will shape the technical direction, grow capabilities, and manage key client relationships to support business expansion. The role spans fast-paced, multidisciplinary projects across UK markets, contributing to high-profile infrastructure programs. You’ll mentor staff, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help secure a strong project pipeline.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• competitive compensation
• well-being programs
• inclusive workplace
• global opportunities
• onboarding and career development

Responsibilities

• Oversee input, peer review and verification of geotechnical data and analyses and design calculations
• Provide consultative advice across project life cycle including site selection and optioneering
• Plan and manage geotechnical projects to meet schedule, programme and budget
• Provide leadership and support to the Ground Engineering team to ensure timely, quality delivery
• Maintain relationships with clients to sustain a steady pipeline of opportunities
• Lead delivery of multi-disciplinary projects with internal and external stakeholders
• Mentor and develop junior team members with guidance and support
• Collaborate with Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings and Places teams to contribute to project works and tenders

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology with 2:1 (or equivalent)
• Chartered status
• MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is advantageous
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices
• Understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design
• Ability to collaborate in project delivery, work winning and client satisfaction
• Knowledge of ground conditions interpretation and parametric assessment methods
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and network in local, regional, and national markets
• Insightfulness and ability to identify opportunities and challenges
• Passion for developing future engineers and leaders
• leadership
• mentoring
• stakeholder management
• geotechnical data analysis
• design calculations review
• ground investigation planning

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