Senior Technical Director – Ground Engineering (Hybrid UK)

AECOM; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is recruiting a Technical Director / Associate Director for the Ground Engineering team in the UK. Based in Newcastle, you will drive technical development, lead client relationships and guide multi-disciplinary projects from concept to delivery.

You will mentor engineers, oversee geotechnical analyses, and collaborate across Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings groups to win work and ensure high-quality outcomes for clients across national and international sites.

Qualifications

• A 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

Geotechnical design

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology (2:1)

MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (advantageous)

Chartered status

Job description

AECOM is recruiting a Technical Director / Associate Director for the Ground Engineering team in the UK. Based in Newcastle, you will drive technical development, lead client relationships and guide multi-disciplinary projects from concept to delivery.

You will mentor engineers, oversee geotechnical analyses, and collaborate across Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings groups to win work and ensure high-quality outcomes for clients across national and international sites.