Director – Naval Architecture & Technical Investigation

Executive Integrity; England; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global maritime consultancy seeks a Director – Naval Architecture & Technical Investigation to lead high-profile investigations and provide expert testimony. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered Naval Architect qualification and extensive leadership experience. This role offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to work with top-tier maritime clients and support initiatives driving maritime safety and integrity.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Performance incentives

Global mobility opportunities

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in marine or naval architecture.
• Proven expert witness experience in maritime disputes.
• Deep technical knowledge in damage assessment and casualty investigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-profile marine investigations across global projects.
• Provide expert witness testimony in arbitration and litigation.
• Build strategic relationships with key maritime stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Expert witness testimony

Technical knowledge in ship design

Effective communication

Business development

Education

Chartered Naval Architect or Marine Engineer

Job description

Job Title:

Director – Naval Architecture & Technical Investigation

Location:

UK, Singapore, Houston

Who are we recruiting for?

A global, Award-Winning marine and energy consultancy with over a century of history, renowned for its expertise in casualty investigation, forensic analysis, dispute resolution and expert witness services. Built on a foundation of independence, quality and technical excellence, this Qualified team is trusted by shipowners, insurers, law firms and P&I Clubs worldwide.

What will you be doing?

• Lead high-profile marine investigations and complex forensic analyses across global projects.
• Provide authoritative, Assured expert witness testimony in arbitration, litigation and technical disputes.
• Build and nurture strategic relationships with P&I Clubs, law firms and key maritime stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop a Vibrant, Motivated team, fostering excellence and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Drive business development initiatives, shaping the consultancy’s global growth strategy.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• Chartered Naval Architect or Marine Engineer with extensive leadership experience.
• Proven Expert Witness with a strong professional network among P&I Clubs and Law Firms.
• Deep technical knowledge across ship design, damage assessment and casualty investigation.
• Confident communicator, Focused, Brave and articulate under pressure.
• Creative and Determined leader who thrives on autonomy and responsibility.

What’s in it for you?

• Strategic leadership role in a globally respected, Award-Winning consultancy.
• High-profile international caseload and visibility with top-tier maritime clients.
• Competitive remuneration, performance incentives and global mobility opportunities.
• Supportive, Refreshed culture where your expertise drives real impact.
• Join an Inspired, Successful organisation shaping the future of maritime safety and integrity.

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.