Senior Geotechnical Director

1 month ago


York, York City, United Kingdom COWI Full time

Transforming Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future

COWI is seeking a seasoned Technical Director to lead our Geotechnical discipline and drive strategic growth in sustainable infrastructure projects.

About the Role

As a Technical Director, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership across various UK infrastructure projects, ensuring quality assurance, project leadership, and line management. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing technical expertise and guidance to project teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.
  • Mentoring and developing engineering staff in geotechnical engineering competencies, including training, knowledge-sharing, and succession planning.
  • Promoting COWI's position as a leading player in the industry through involvement in relevant technical publications, industry bodies, and knowledge-sharing activities.
  • Supporting business development opportunities and inputting into bids and tenders as required.
  • Ensuring technical approval of designs, check, or assessment deliverables on projects in accordance with internal management systems.

Your Skills and Experience

We are looking for a Chartered Engineer with CGeol or CEng (or equivalent) and a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. An MSc in Engineering Geology or Civil Engineering is desirable. You should have proven experience in a similar role with technical, commercial, and business development responsibilities, ideally in the rail and highways environments. Your expertise should include design environments, working on major or complex geotechnical projects in the UK or internationally at a senior/leadership level. You should be familiar with ground engineering standards, particularly EC7 Geotechnical Design, and have a good understanding of construction and site processes.

What We Offer

COWI offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable infrastructure. You will be part of a team that values leadership, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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