Technical Director, Design Management - Nuclear (Hybrid)

AECOM Corporation; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6 weeks extra annual leave

Public holiday flex

Professional development support

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director to lead design management for a major defence infrastructure programme in Adelaide with relocation support. You will oversee senior technical decisions, govern safety standards, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across Australia and the UK to ensure successful project delivery.

The role requires extensive nuclear/defence project experience, strong leadership, and the ability to operate within a strict safety framework and NSQEP environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Engineering or related field. Postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.
• More than 25 years' experience delivering complex projects in defence, nuclear or regulated industries.
• Chartered status or recognised professional membership.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated design teams across Australia and the UK to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership across process engineering systems, focusing on radiological waste management and supporting infrastructure.
• Guide design integration across disciplines, resolve technical issues, manage project risks and support delivery.
• Mentor engineers and build NSQEP capability across the programme.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders to deliver practical, innovative solutions.

Skills

Engineering degree

NSQEP experience

Nuclear safety culture

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered status

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director to lead design management for a major defence infrastructure programme in Adelaide with relocation support. You will oversee senior technical decisions, govern safety standards, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across Australia and the UK to ensure successful project delivery.

The role requires extensive nuclear/defence project experience, strong leadership, and the ability to operate within a strict safety framework and NSQEP environment.