Technical Director / Associate Director: Ground Engineering

Overview

As Technical Director/Associate Director for Ground Engineering, you will lead the technical development of the Ground Engineering team and drive business growth through strong client relationships. You’ll oversee geotechnical data inputs, design calculations, and project delivery while mentoring colleagues and coordinating multi-disciplinary work. Your role combines technical leadership with strategic stakeholder engagement to maintain a robust project pipeline. This is a chance to shape high-profile infrastructure programs and contribute to a trusted, global firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• comprehensive compensation and well-being programs
• global firm with industry-leading technology
• transformational work with big impact
• opportunity for career growth and leadership
• inclusive, safe workplace

Responsibilities

• Oversee input, peer review and verification of geotechnical data and design calculations
• Provide consultative guidance across the project life cycle (site selection, optioneering, design, construction)
• Manage or oversee geotechnical projects with scheduling, coordination, and budget adherence
• Provide leadership to the Ground Engineering team to deliver projects on time and to quality standards
• Maintain and grow relationships with past, current and prospective clients to support new opportunities
• Lead delivery of multi-disciplinary projects across internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings and Places teams on project works and tenders
• Mentor and develop junior team members with guidance and support

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology with 2:1 classification
• MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology advantageous
• Chartered status
• 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 closely in project delivery, work winning and maintaining client satisfaction
• Knowledge of interpretation/parametric assessment and correlation methods in geotechnical design
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders
• Effective networking in local, regional, and national markets to promote the AECOM brand
• Insightfulness and ability to identify opportunities and challenges and make informed decisions
• Passion for developing future engineers and leaders
• collaboration
• leadership
• mentoring
• geotechnical data interpretation
• design calculations
• ground investigation practices

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