Senior Ground Engineering Director | Hybrid UK

AECOM; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director / Associate Director in Ground Engineering to drive technical development and expand the capability of the team. The role focuses on strong client relationships, project leadership and delivering high‑quality geotechnical solutions for diverse markets.

You will oversee project delivery, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross‑discipline teams across a wide portfolio of UK and international projects. Hybrid work is supported.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or higher.
• Chartered status.
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices.

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

Geotechnical design

Client relationships

Team mentoring

Project management

Education

Civil/Geotechnical degree

Chartered status

MSc/MEng advantageous

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director / Associate Director in Ground Engineering to drive technical development and expand the capability of the team. The role focuses on strong client relationships, project leadership and delivering high‑quality geotechnical solutions for diverse markets.

You will oversee project delivery, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross‑discipline teams across a wide portfolio of UK and international projects. Hybrid work is supported.