Hybrid Ground Engineering Director | Lead Design & Growth

AECOM; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director / Associate Director for Ground Engineering in the UK, based in Newcastle with hybrid work options. You will lead the technical development of the Ground Engineering team and strengthen client relationships to drive business growth.

You will oversee geotechnical data input, peer reviews, and design calculations, manage multidisciplinary projects, and mentor junior engineers to deliver high‑quality outcomes for national and international clients.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or higher.
• An MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is advantageous.
• Chartered status.
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design, but also open to exploring new methods and innovations.
• Ability to collaborate closely in project delivery, work winning and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of typical ground conditions interpretation/parametric assessment and correlation methods applicable to common geotechnical design problems.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective networking capabilities in local, regional, and national markets to promote the AECOM brand as a preferred consulting partner.
• Insightfulness, the ability to recognise opportunities and challenges and make informed decisions.
• Passion for developing team members to be the next generation of talented engineers and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing input, peer review and verification of geotechnical data and analyses as well as design calculations based on sound technical understanding and experience.
• Providing consultative advice to external partners during all stages of the project life cycle including site-selection and optioneering, design and construction.
• Effectively managing or overseeing geotechnical projects including planning and developing schedules, co-ordination and to meet objectives, programme and budget.
• Providing effective leadership and support to the Ground Engineering team to ensure the successful completion and delivery of projects to clients and internal partners in accordance with time and quality expectations.
• Maintaining a strong industry presence and building relationships with past, current, and prospective customers to support a consistent pipeline of business opportunities. Taking the Ground Engineering lead for the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects to internal and external stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively with other members of the Ground Engineering and Tunnelling team as well as members of Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings and Places teams providing inputs to project works and tenders.
• Ensuring adequate mentoring and development of junior team members, ensuring they receive appropriate guidance and support.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Geotechnical design

Collaboration

Networking

Decision making

Education

Civil Engineering degree (2:1)

MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics/Geotechnical Eng/Engineering Geology advantageous

Chartered status

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director / Associate Director for Ground Engineering in the UK, based in Newcastle with hybrid work options. You will lead the technical development of the Ground Engineering team and strengthen client relationships to drive business growth.

You will oversee geotechnical data input, peer reviews, and design calculations, manage multidisciplinary projects, and mentor junior engineers to deliver high‑quality outcomes for national and international clients.