Technical Manager/Director

Sweco Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Join to apply for the Technical Manager/Director role at Sweco Let’s transform society together. We’re Sweco – Europe’s leading design, engineering and environmental consultancy – and we have an exciting opportunity for a Team Manager to lead our Civil & Structural engineering team focusing on the Energy Sector. The successful candidate will drive our growth, set strategic goals, manage client relationships and ensure excellence in service delivery. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Lead and develop the team of Civil & Structural Engineers & Technicians, providing technical and pastoral mentorship. Strategic Leadership: Set and implement strategic objectives for the team, feeding into the strategic growth of the Energy sector. Technical Expertise: Provide high‑level technical guidance and oversight, acting as the technical authority and discipline lead. Stakeholder Engagement: Lead engagement efforts with key stakeholders, including clients, regulatory bodies and industry partners. Project Oversight: Manage and mentor the team to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed client expectations. Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities for business growth, expanding Sweco’s market presence. Thought Leadership: Represent Sweco in industry forums, conferences and publications, showcasing our expertise and thought leadership. To Be Successful In This Role You’ll Possess Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Civil or Structural Engineering, preferably with chartered status. Professional Experience: Extensive experience (ideally 15+ years) in consulting engineering with a proven track record of leadership on complex projects. Technical Skills: In‑depth experience of Civil and/or Structural Engineering in a consultancy environment; experience in onshore wind, solar or BESS is advantageous. Communication Skills: Superior verbal and written communication skills, capable of influencing and inspiring diverse audiences. Project Management: Strong experience managing large‑scale multi‑disciplinary projects, including budgeting, timelines, risk management and stakeholder coordination. Willingness to travel: Ability to travel to meet and support our teams and clients across the UK. What’s in it for you? Opportunity to lead a talented team of engineers & technicians, setting its strategic direction and developing new products and services in the growing energy market. You will be empowered to grow and develop your team, supported by experienced professionals in a company where you are recognised yet able to compete on a global stage. About Us Transforming society together, we plan and design sustainable communities and cities of the future. We solve societal challenges through digitalisation and sustainability, bringing together experts with diverse perspectives to develop innovative solutions. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion It’s important to us that all colleagues thrive. We strive to foster an inclusive culture that respects individual contributions. We invite applications from people with diverse backgrounds and encourage qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or paternity. We are a Proud Disability Confident employer and continue to support applicants with disabilities through reasonable adjustments. For more information see The Armed Forces Covenant – Our Commitments. If I have a disability, can I get help with the application process? If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or an alternative method for applying, please contact GB_Function-HR-Resourcing@sweco.co.uk for assistance. Please provide your name, best contact method (phone or email), the position title and requisition/vacancy number. #J-18808-Ljbffr