lead ground engineering as an associate director in london

Overview

In this role you will lead geotechnical input across major London projects, ensuring technical quality while staying closely connected to engineering work. You will mentor junior staff and contribute to business development, helping shape the geotechnical function as the London office grows. The position offers direct access to leadership and the opportunity to influence project strategy and client relationships on high-profile schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical input across major projects
• Ensure technical quality and deliverables
• Mentor and develop junior staff
• Drive business development and client engagement
• Shape the evolution of the geotechnical function as the office expands

Key requirements

• Senior geotechnical experience at associate director level or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical work and manage client relationships
• Proven mentoring and people development skills
• Experience in business development and securing repeat clients
• Strong communication and leadership abilities

• leadership
• mentoring
• client relationship management
• geotechnical design and analysis
• site investigation oversight
• technical quality control

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