Associate Director – Geotechnical Engineering

About the role

This senior leadership position will shape and grow a high‑performing geotechnical team within a leading multidisciplinary consultancy. You will be responsible for delivering technically challenging projects across infrastructure, commercial, transportation and major development sectors, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary partners.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of geotechnical projects from feasibility studies through to construction.
• Provide expert input on foundations, retaining structures, deep excavations, earthworks, slopes and ground improvement.
• Undertake and review advanced geotechnical analysis and numerical modelling.
• Manage project teams, programmes, budgets and client relationships.
• Support business development and contribute to winning new work.
• Mentor and develop junior and senior engineers within the geotechnical discipline.
• Ensure technical excellence, quality assurance and compliance with relevant standards.
• Collaborate effectively with structural, civil and construction engineering teams.

Required profile

• Degree qualified in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent.
• Significant consultancy experience delivering complex geotechnical projects.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Extensive experience in geotechnical numerical modelling.
• Advanced proficiency in PLAXIS 2D and PLAXIS 3D.
• Strong understanding of soil‑structure interaction, retaining walls, foundations and excavation techniques.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.

Required skills

• PLAXIS 2D
• PLAXIS 3D
• Geotechnical numerical modelling

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead and expand an established geotechnical capability.
• Competitive salary range £70,000‑£85,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working model (London office and remote).
• Exposure to high‑profile, international projects.