Technical Director - Contaminated Land & Remediation
Location: London or other UK office
I am working on behalf of a well-established, international environmental and engineering consultancy to appoint a Technical Director within its UK remediation and contaminated land practice.
This is a senior leadership role for an accomplished professional with extensive experience in contaminated land assessment, remediation design and delivery. The successful individual will provide technical authority, strategic input and people leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects, while contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the business.
Role Overview
The Technical Director will lead the technical delivery of contaminated land and decommissioning projects, working closely with clients, internal teams and fellow Technical Directors in the UK and internationally. The role offers flexibility in base location for the right candidate and carries significant influence across project execution, client relationships and business development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership, governance and project direction, ensuring high standards of quality, safety and performance
Lead and support the identification, pursuit and successful delivery of contaminated land and decommissioning consultancy projects
Act as a senior client interface, maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders
Demonstrate exemplary safety leadership across projects and teams
Lead, manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams, supporting professional development and performance
Collaborate with business development and client relationship teams to identify new opportunities and expand existing client accounts
Engage with global technical networks and collaborate with international offices as required
Candidate Profile
Proven experience delivering contaminated land assessments and remediation projects within the UK
Strong leadership and people management capability, with experience developing high-performing teams
Demonstrable project and contract management expertise
Commercial awareness, including business development and client management experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, high-quality technical reports
Evidence of ongoing professional development and technical leadership
Qualifications
Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Master's degree preferred)
Chartered status
SiLC accreditation preferred
The Offer
This role provides an opportunity to operate at a senior technical and strategic level within a globally connected consultancy environment. The position offers long-term career development, access to international collaboration, structured mentoring and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Interested? Please contact Jim Richardson for more detailed discussion