Technical Director for Government Sector Growth – Environmental

3 months ago


London, United Kingdom Arcadis Full time

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36, 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 solve the worlds most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

As part of a growing and agile business, our Environmental Planning team is looking for an Associate Technical Director/Technical Director Environmental Planner with a strong track record of leading the environmental and consenting aspects of projects, with particular experience in winning and delivering work in the Government Sector. 

Our Environmental Planning team thrives within the #peoplefirst culture and is one of the most respected and established teams in the UK, working on projects of all scales from the largest infrastructure schemes through to small scale environmental projects at a community level.

We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, were feeling the effects climate change, rapid urbanization, loss of biodiversity. The rate at which were seeing large-scale, unforeseen events such as floods and wildfires, is becoming more frequent. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.

Role accountabilities:

You will be working on a diverse range of projects including large scale energy and infrastructure, rail, highways, water and mixed-use development schemes for both private and public clients, public realm and masterplanning projects as well as more small scale projects that require a nimble and agile approach. We drive technical excellence in everything we do and promote a flexible and collaborative environment supported by digital innovation. You will play a key role in the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects across the UK / worldwide.

A confident and unflappable approach is required, and you will work collaboratively with a range of technical specialists on a broad range of projects, working closely with clients, developing new areas of business and mentoring others in the team. 

You will also be responsible for the following:

Leading on the coordination and delivery of planning / environmental work being undertaken by multi-disciplinary teams, influencing project development and delivering optimal environmental and planning outcomes with a strong understanding of Government Sector. Strong business development, create project opportunities and lead delivery of projects to build our portfolio in the Government Sector. Ensure strong technical delivery and quality across the delivery team, adhering to industry standards, Arcadis commitments and client expectations.  Raise awareness of our services, winning new opportunities and building new contacts. Actively engage in key client relationships, lead by example creating cross selling opportunities for the wider business. Managing projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety Work closely with existing and established Arcadis colleagues across our Global Business Arcadis 

Qualifications & Experience:

Excellent working knowledge of UK Planning system, the environmental and consenting process, from EIA practices and procedures, including case law, and a solid understanding of environmental and sustainability principles and environmental technical specialisms Experience across a range of project types Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills with experience in reviewing the work of others to ensure quality Experience in multi-disciplinary co-ordination and leadership of projects, with good project management and technical skills Experience in consulting and negotiating with planning authorities, regulators and stakeholders Commercial expertise, including forecasting, project management and quality assurance  Relevant degree or equivalent qualification, preferably with chartered status or working towards A flexible, pragmatic, and collaborative approach to work

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