Technical Director / Associate Director: Ground Engineering

Overview

In this Technical Director/Associate Director role, you will lead the Ground Engineering group, shaping technical capability and client engagement across major projects. You’ll oversee geotechnical data interpretation, provide strategic counsel through project life cycles, and mentor the team to deliver multi-disciplinary solutions. You’ll build relationships with clients and internal teams to sustain a strong project pipeline. This role offers a high-impact opportunity to drive technical excellence and growth within a global, values-driven firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office
• competitive compensation and well-being programs
• global, publicly traded firm with access to leading technology and thinking

Responsibilities

• Oversee input, peer review, and verification of geotechnical data and design calculations
• Provide consultative advice across project life cycle including site-selection and optioneering
• Plan and manage geotechnical projects to meet objectives, timelines, and budgets
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Ground Engineering team
• Maintain industry presence and build relationships to support a steady pipeline
• Lead delivery of multi-disciplinary projects to internal/external stakeholders
• Collaborate with Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings teams on project works and tenders
• Mentor and develop junior team members

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology with 2:1 classification or higher
• MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is advantageous
• Chartered status
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices
• Understanding of current geotechnical design codes, standards and best practices
• Ability to collaborate in project delivery, win work, and maintain client satisfaction
• Knowledge of interpretation/parametric assessment methods for geotechnical design
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders
• Effective networking across local, regional, and national markets to promote the AECOM brand
• Insightfulness and ability to identify opportunities and risks
• Commitment to developing future engineers and leaders

• collaboration
• leadership
• mentoring
• geotechnical data interpretation
• design calculations and verification
• site-selection and optioneering

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