Technical Director / Associate Director: Ground Engineering

AECOM
United Kingdom
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Executive & General ManagementEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Mentoring","Stakeholder management","Client relationship building","Networking"]

Drive the technical development of the Ground Engineering team by overseeing geotechnical data reviews, design calculations, and consultative support across the project lifecycle. Lead and coordinate geotechnical projects—planning schedules, managing program and budget, and ensuring delivery to time and quality expectations. Strengthen client relationships, support business growth, lead multi-disciplinary delivery, and mentor junior team members.

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Technical Director / Associate Director: Ground Engineering

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Job Summary

Drive the technical development of the Ground Engineering team by overseeing geotechnical data reviews, design calculations, and consultative support across the project lifecycle. Lead and coordinate geotechnical projects—planning schedules, managing program and budget, and ensuring delivery to time and quality expectations. Strengthen client relationships, support business growth, lead multi-disciplinary delivery, and mentor junior team members.
Location: United Kingdom
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Executive & General Management
Seniority: Director level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Oversee input, peer review, verification of geotechnical data and analyses, and geotechnical design calculations.
  • •Provide consultative advice to external partners across the project lifecycle, including site selection/optioneering through design and construction.
  • •Manage or oversee geotechnical projects by planning and developing schedules, coordinating delivery, and meeting programme and budget objectives.
  • •Lead and support the Ground Engineering team to ensure successful, client-aligned delivery for time and quality expectations.
  • •Build and maintain client relationships to support business opportunities, and provide mentoring and development for junior team members.

Key Requirements

  • •Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology (2:1 or equivalent) or higher.
  • •MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (advantageous).
  • •Chartered status.
  • •Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices, including geotechnical design standards and best practices.
  • •Ability to collaborate in project delivery, work winning, and maintain high client satisfaction; network with regional and national stakeholders.
Education:Bachelor's in Civil Engineering; Engineering Geology/Geology; Soil Mechanics; Geotechnical Engineering
Skills:LeadershipMentoringStakeholder managementClient relationship buildingNetworking
Certifications:Chartered status
Languages:English

Company Brief

AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure firm providing design, consulting, construction, and management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors, delivering large-scale projects for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 1990
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