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About the Role
In this pivotal senior role, you will drive the technical development of our Ground Engineering team while strengthening its capabilities and supporting business growth through the development and management of strong client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing input, peer review and verification of geotechnical data and analyses as well as design calculations based on sound technical understanding and experience.
- Providing consultative advice to external partners during all stages of the project life cycle including site-selection and optioneering, design and construction.
- Effectively managing or overseeing geotechnical projects including planning and developing schedules, co-ordination and to meet objectives, programme and budget.
- Providing effective leadership and support to the Ground Engineering team to ensure the successful completion and delivery of projects to clients and internal partners in accordance with time and quality expectations.
- Maintaining a strong industry presence and building relationships with past, current, and prospective customers to support a consistent pipeline of business opportunities.
- Taking the Ground Engineering lead for the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects to internal and external stakeholders.
- Working collaboratively with other members of the Ground Engineering and Tunnelling team as well as members of Transport, Water, Energy and Buildings and Places teams providing inputs to project works and tenders.
- Ensuring adequate mentoring and development of junior team members, ensuring they receive appropriate guidance and support.
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, but also open to exploring new methods and innovations.
- Ability to collaborate closely in project delivery, work winning and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
- Knowledge of typical ground conditions interpretation/parametric assessment and correlation methods applicable to common geotechnical design problems.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Effective networking capabilities in local, regional, and national markets to promote the AECOM brand as a preferred consulting partner.
- Insightfulness, the ability to recognise opportunities and challenges and make informed decisions.
- Passion for developing team members to be the next generation of talented engineers and leaders.
Location
- UK - Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Technical Director / Associate Director
Education Level
- Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geology (2:1 or higher)
- MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (advantageous)
- Chartered status
Benefits
- Flexibility with hybrid work options
- Access to industry-leading technology and thinking
- Work flexibility
- Wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs
About the Company
- AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
- On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.
- Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.
- AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
- We are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
- We invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
- We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
- Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm.
Equal Opportunity
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
- We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.