Associate Technical Director

5 months ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom Arcadis Full time

As an Arcadian, you already help us deliver world leading sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. You are part of our global business comprising 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.

Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can continue to solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

**Role description**:
As an Associate Technical Director you will provide Technical leadership for Main Plant designs within the multi-discipline engineering team in the Electrical Transmission and Distribution market with key clients being Transmission Owners, Distribution Network Operators, Onshore and Offshore Windfarms and large industrial clients. You will be leading a team of specialist electrical system protection & control staff in transmission and distribution substations from 11kV through to 400kV in the UK and as required when supporting international Arcadis projects. You will be responsible for technical delivery of staff assignments to clients and large size projects or elements of major projects in the Main Plant discipline with fee levels generated in range of £500k-£1M.

**Role accountabilities**:

- Operational Department Leaders - liaise to define and negotiate support for the programme implementation with a focus around embedding changes into business as usual.
- GEC Team Leaders - coordinating wider workload.
- Delivery Suppliers - negotiate technical aspects of contracts and performance manage to ensure effective delivery of the programme.
- Client Senior Stakeholders - agree project objectives, communicate project status and facilitate resolution of project issues and risks.
- In a project management role, main contacts will be technical staff working on allocated projects and Clients. Technical staff will be managed to ensure delivery to time and cost and Client expectations will be managed.
- Provide Technical leadership for all aspects of transmission substation FEED design including:

- main plant, P&C, Civil designs within the multi-discipline engineering team in the Electrical Transmission and Distribution market with key clients being Transmission Owners, Distribution Network Operators, Onshore and Offshore Windfarms and large industrial clients
- Being a senior technical authority on all Customer Connection activity within the wider company and supporting key Clients
- Operate partly outside the project environment to support professional leadership in their discipline at a management level, establishing and consolidating relationships with clients, managing the team, managing the technical delivery of projects or specialised components of projects, supporting the development of Arcadis capability in the discipline and building and maintaining a professional reputation as an individual and for Arcadis.
- Undertake a Project Management Role in line with Arcadis Project Management Academy competence requirements as required.
- Take a leadership role with the project team, providing direction and leading by example where appropriate
- Manage the delivery of projects in accordance with Management Systems to meet time, quality, budgetary and health and safety targets.
- Manage all aspects of the client relationship so that delivery meets or exceeds client expectations.
- Working to ensure maximum client satisfaction, championing client care and proactively working with the client.
- Promote both the regional and global culture of the business.
- Ensure that effective financial and project management controls are in place and deployed to enable monitoring, modification and forecasting as appropriate.
- Drive project performance, service delivery and technical and commercial outcomes and undertake reviews, ensuring client delivery is above expectation.
- Communicate with project team members to ensure that they understand, and become engaged with, the project strategy, brief and client requirements.
- Manage the acquisition, deployment and management of resources for the project to ensure optimal resource allocation for the project.
- Responsible for the selection and management of suppliers, sub-consultants and contractors associated with projects.
- Provide specialised technical input to major/complex studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise
- Develop and propose potential solutions, including solutions that fall outside the standard codes where appropriate, to meet or exceed client expectations. Guide clients through the technical decision making process and provide alternative solutions if there are changes to project parameters.
- Resolves differences of opinion between designers and checkers.
- Lead interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables.
- Perform independent technical review for projects of moderate complexity.
- Build strong working relationships with other teams and technical disciplines, Arcadis

  • Associate Director

    6 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom Conrad Consulting Full time

    **£65,000 - £70,000 (Permanent)**: **Glasgow, Scotland**: My client is an internationally known multi disciplinary construction consultancy. Due to an ever expanding workload my client are looking to add to their successful Project Management team with the appointment of an Associate Director to their Glasgow office. **Responsibilities of the Associate...

  • Technical Director Trainee

    1 month ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom UK Acoustics Network Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Trainee Technical Director. As a key member of our laboratory, you will be responsible for undertaking training and associated activities under the supervision of the Technical Director. Your primary goal will be to enhance your technical knowledge and...

  • Technical Director Water

    3 weeks ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom Anglo Technical Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Our client, a well known consultancy specialising in in all aspects of the Water sector, is looking for a Technical Director Water to join their team in Glasgow.Responsibilities for Technical Director Water:- Be accountable for technical delivery and safety, to high-quality levels across multiple projects and programmes, acting as a point of escalation for...

  • Associate Director

    3 days ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Access Talent Group Full time

    Job Title:Associate Director - EcologyJob Summary:This role requires an experienced Associate Director to lead and support an existing Ecology team working across various sectors in Scotland.Main Responsibilities:You will be responsible for managing projects across different species, delivering technical work with confidence, mentoring and developing junior...

  • Associate Director

    5 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom Conrad Consulting Full time

    **£70,000 - £75,000 (Permanent)**: **Glasgow, Scotland**: A proven track record in business development and securing repeat and new business would see you on the route to Director. **Requirements of the Associate Quantity Surveyor** - Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) - Able to work on own or managing a team for project...

  • Hydrogeologist - Associate/technical Director

    5 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom Wardell Armstrong Full time

    Wardell Armstrong LLP is a successful multi-disciplinary consultancy with 13 offices throughout the UK employing approximately 500 staff. At the heart of our business lies a group of outstanding people. Working together with clients, we deliver solutions to challenging problems in Mining & Minerals, Infrastructure & Energy and Property & Development. The...

  • Water Sector Technical Director

    1 month ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Anglo Technical Recruitment Ltd Full time

    We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Director to lead our Water sector team in Glasgow. The successful candidate will be responsible for technical delivery and safety across multiple projects and programmes, acting as a point of escalation for complex technical matters.Key Responsibilities:Set technical strategic direction for projects and bid...

  • Water Sector Technical Director

    4 weeks ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Anglo Technical Recruitment Ltd Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Director Water to lead our water sector team in Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water engineering and experience in managing technical delivery and safety across multiple projects and programmes.The successful candidate will be responsible for setting the technical strategic direction...

  • Civil Engineer

    5 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom Wardell Armstrong Full time

    Wardell Armstrong (WA) is a successful multi-disciplinary consultancy with 13 offices throughout the UK employing approximately 500 staff. At the heart of our business lies a group of outstanding people. Working together with our clients, we deliver solutions to challenging problems in Mining & Minerals, Infrastructure & Energy and Property & Development.The...

  • Associate Director

    3 weeks ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    About this roleWe are seeking a highly experienced Associate Director to lead one of our key Engineering and Consultancy frameworks in the water industry. As a team lead, you will be responsible for spearheading a dynamic project delivery team, responsible for the successful delivery of one of our top Infrastructure Water Company frameworks.Your key...

  • Technical Director

    4 weeks ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom D R Newitt Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Technical DirectorJob Summary:We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Director to join our team at D R Newitt Recruitment. As a Technical Director, you will be responsible for ensuring full compliance to the BRC standard, all retailer manufacturing standards, codes of practice, and current industry legislation.Key Responsibilities:Lead and...

  • Associate Director

    5 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom RSK Group Full time

    **RSK Geosciences** an **RSK Group** company are recruiting for a **Associate Director - Geotechnical **to join the team based in **Glasgow**. This is a **full-time, permanent** position. The Geosciences team delivers consultancy and design services to a wide range of external clients including engineers, house-builders, oil companies and local authorities....

  • Technical Director

    4 weeks ago

    Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    AtkinsRéalis is seeking a highly skilled Technical Director to lead our Water Sector team. As a key member of our Infrastructure team, you will play a vital role in shaping our exciting projects and delivering end-to-end solutions for essential future infrastructure.We are committed to engineering better for people and our planet, and we're proud of our...

  • Technical Director Water

    1 month ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Our client, a well known consultancy specialising in in all aspects of the Water sector, is looking for a Technical Director Water to join their team in Glasgow. Responsibilities for Technical Director Water: - Be accountable for technical delivery and safety, to high-quality levels across multiple projects and programmes, acting as a point of escalation...

  • Associate Director

    1 week ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom Aldwych Consulting Ltd Full time

    Associate Director - Healthcare Glasgow Salary up to £70k This leading construction consultancy firm is seeking a dynamic Associate Director to lead operations and growth across Scotland within the healthcare sector. This is a unique opportunity to drive strategic expansion within a collaborative and forward-thinking team. You will be developing the...

  • Associate Director

    5 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    **Associate Director** **About the Organisation**: National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national...

  • Technical Director

    1 month ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Our client is looking to boost the strength of their Glasgow office with the appointment of a Technical Director of their established Water Infrastructure team. Recognised as a global market leader in providing engineering solutions fit for the modern world, you will be joining a first-class engineering consultancy. As a Technical Director, your specialist...

  • Technical Director

    4 weeks ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Opportunity: Technical Director - Water Infrastructure Team Our client is seeking to strengthen their Glasgow office with the addition of a Technical Director to their established Water Infrastructure team. As a recognised global leader in engineering solutions, you will join a premier consultancy known for its innovative approach to modern...

  • Associate Building Surveyor/Director

    2 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Associate Building Surveyor/Director Clarkson Owens are delighted to be working with a modern, forward thinking consultancy looking for an Associate Building Surveyor/Director. The Role This role would be suited to an MRICS Building Surveyor with over 5 years chartered experience. Suitable candidates should ideally have a blend of Private and Public...

  • Associate Director Eia, Solar and Battery

    5 months ago

    Glasgow, United Kingdom AECOM Full time

    Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the...