Job Details: Technical Director - Ground Engineering
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Job Title: Technical Director - Ground Engineering
Vacancy No: VN5110
Employment Type: Permanent
Contract Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
Following its recent acquisition by SLR, Wardell Armstrong now forms part of a leading global environmental and sustainability consultancy working on projects across the world from over 100 offices. We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Director to support and grow the Leeds Ground Engineering team, which includes Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineers. The role involves managing existing clients and developing new business across the region.
The Land Quality & Remediation team conducts site assessments, investigations, and reporting for diverse clients. You will manage bids, projects, fieldwork, data, and lead report preparation to advise clients. Our Ground Engineering team is one of Wardell Armstrong’s largest and most successful disciplines, now expanded with SLR to approximately 80 consultants across the country working on geotechnical, geo-environmental, and geological projects.
The role
As a Technical Director, you will manage a team of Engineers, oversee business development, handle financial management, build client relationships, and manage projects.
You will work on a variety of projects in sectors such as energy (linear infrastructure), property development, infrastructure, mining, local authorities, and waste management.
About us
SLR is a global leader in Sustainability Solutions, with over 4,000 employees across 6 regions in more than 125 countries. We promote a collaborative, supportive environment for professional growth.
We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including a company pension, healthcare, travel and life insurance, and a structured career framework with regular reviews for progression. Our benefits also include 25 days of annual leave, flexible bank holidays, and flexible, agile, and hybrid working options to balance professional and personal commitments.
About you
Candidates should be degree-qualified and ideally chartered, with at least 10 years of experience in consultancy or a similar environment. You should understand and manage the technical inter-relationships that add value to clients and support business development.
Key skills and experience include:
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical reports.
* Good understanding of water, ground, and soil gas site investigation techniques.
* Knowledge of contaminated land regulations and legislation.
* Understanding of UK soil and rock strata and associated geohazards.
* Experience in logging soils and rocks per British Standards.
* Ability to interpret geological maps and data.
* Capability to design and justify site investigation scopes using conceptual models.
* Experience in conducting Phase I & II assessments.
* Experience working with clients such as house builders, developers, contractors, and infrastructure providers is advantageous.
* Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and investigation practices.
Culture & Inclusion at SLR
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, fostering an inclusive environment through various committees and networks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups such as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities or neurodivergence. We provide support for applicants requiring adjustments during the recruitment process.
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