Technical Director / Associate Director: Ground Engineering

Overview

In this Technical Director / Associate Director role, you drive the growth and technical direction of AECOM’s Ground Engineering team within a multidisciplinary practice. You will shape project delivery, client relationships, and mentoring across geotechnical disciplines, delivering high-quality solutions for major infrastructure programs. You’ll lead multi-disciplinary projects, uphold rigorous design and quality standards, and foster a strong industry presence to secure a robust pipeline. This is a high-impact role at a global firm focused on delivering a better world through resilient infrastructure.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• comprehensive compensation and wellbeing programs
• global firm with industry-leading technology
• equal opportunity employer
• onboarding Day 1 at an AECOM office

Responsibilities

• Oversee input, peer review and verification of geotechnical data and analyses and corresponding design calculations
• Provide consultative advice to external partners during all project stages
• Plan and manage geotechnical projects including scheduling, coordination, and meeting objectives within programme and budget
• Provide leadership and development support to the Ground Engineering team to deliver projects on time and to quality
• Maintain industry presence and nurture relationships to sustain business opportunities
• Lead Ground Engineering input for multi-disciplinary project delivery to stakeholders
• Collaborate with Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings teams on project works and tenders
• Mentor and develop junior team members with guidance and support

Key requirements

• A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/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
• Ability to collaborate closely in project delivery, work winning and maintaining high client satisfaction
• Knowledge of interpretation/parametric assessment methods for geotechnical design problems
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Effective networking to promote the AECOM brand as a preferred consulting partner
• Insightfulness to recognise opportunities and challenges and make informed decisions
• Passion for developing team members to be the next generation of engineers and leaders

• Collaborative cross-functional working
• Leadership and people development
• Client relationship management
• Geotechnical design and analysis
• Ground conditions interpretation and parametric assessment
• Knowledge of UK design codes and standards

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