Geotechnical Director - Reading - £75,000-£80,000
Would you like to step into a leadership role where you can genuinely shape a growing geotechnical team and influence the direction of projects from concept through to delivery?
An established multidisciplinary consultancy in Reading is looking to appoint a Geotechnical Director to lead technical delivery, drive business development, and oversee contractor procurement across a varied project portfolio.
This role offers a strong mix of leadership, hands‑on engineering, and commercial responsibility, with projects spanning residential developments, rail infrastructure, and sustainability‑focused schemes.
The Role
* Lead and grow the geotechnical division, setting technical standards and mentoring junior staff
* Take ownership of business development, building relationships with new and existing clientsOversee geotechnical design, including foundation solutions, ground improvement, and earthworks
* Manage procurement and coordination of ground investigation and specialist contractors
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams on residential and rail projects
* Support and contribute to sustainability‑led design approaches and low‑carbon solutions
* Play a key role in strategic planning and direction of the business
Requirements
* Strong background in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology
* Proven experience in a senior or leadership role
* Track record in business development and winning work
* Solid technical design experience across residential and/or rail projects
* Experience managing contractors and overseeing site operations
* Chartered status (or working towards) preferred
What's on Offer
* Salary between £75,000-£80,000
* Opportunity to step into a director‑level position with real influence
* A diverse project portfolio including infrastructure and sustainability‑led work
* Clear progression and autonomy within a growing consultancy
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, leadership, and commercial impact, this could be a strong next step.
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