Technical Director

Nicholas Associates Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing design consultancy in South Yorkshire is seeking a Technical Director to lead the technical function, oversee engineering standards, and mentor teams. This strategic role offers the opportunity for fast career progression as the company expands. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in engineering, proven leadership experience, and the ability to influence at all levels. Strong communication skills and a commitment to driving innovation are essential. Flexible working options may be available.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background within engineering and design consultancy.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience driving technical standards, processes, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical function within a specialist design‑focused environment.
• Ensure high‑quality technical output across all design and engineering projects.
• Provide technical leadership and decision‑making across the consultancy.

Skills

Technical leadership

Strategic thinking

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Job description

• Job Reference: JN -012026-64212_1769429614

A growing design consultancy in South Yorkshire is seeking a Technical Director to support its ambitious expansion plans. This is a key strategic role with genuine scope for fast progression as the business scales.

Role Overview

• Lead the technical function within a specialist design‑focused environment
• Oversee engineering standards, technical governance, and project delivery
• Drive innovation, best‑practice design processes, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with senior leadership to support rapid business growth
• Shape the technical direction, future investment, and long‑term strategy
• Mentor and develop engineering and design teams to build capability
  Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure high‑quality technical output across all design and engineering projects
  • Provide technical leadership and decision‑making across the consultancy
  • Implement and refine processes to improve efficiency and delivery performance
  • Support client engagement from a technical standpoint when required
  • Identify opportunities for innovation, new services, and technical development
  • Contribute to the wider growth plan and organisational structure
  What We're Looking For
  • Strong technical background within engineering and design consultancy
  • Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence at all levels
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to remain hands‑on when needed
  • Experience driving technical standards, processes, and continuous improvement
  • Ambitious individual who wants to grow with the business and progress quickly
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams

  About Us

  We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

  We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

  For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 01143 840102.