Geotechnical Director

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Geotechnical Director

Bristol | £80,000 – £90,000

A leading UK environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Geotechnical Director to lead and grow its ground engineering offering in the South West.

This is a senior leadership role with real influence, ideal for someone who wants to shape a team, drive strategy, and play a key role in the continued growth of an established, forward-thinking business.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of the geotechnical function in the region, overseeing technical delivery while also playing a key role in winning and developing new business.

  • Lead and develop a growing geotechnical team
  • Oversee delivery of site investigations, foundation design and risk assessments
  • Provide technical sign-off and maintain high-quality standards
  • Build and manage key client relationships
  • Identify and secure new work across infrastructure, residential and commercial sectors
  • Collaborate with geo-environmental and planning teams on multidisciplinary projects

About You

  • Chartered (or working towards) in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related field
  • Strong background in geotechnical design and ground investigation
  • Proven experience in a senior or leadership position
  • Commercially aware, with a track record of winning work
  • Confident managing clients and leading projects

Why This Role?

  • Clear route to further senior leadership
  • Opportunity to shape and grow a regional team
  • Strong pipeline of secured work
  • Flexible working environment
  • Competitive salary and bonus structure

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Company: American Society of Civil Engineers
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Geotechnical Director

Bristol | £80,000 – £90,000

A leading UK environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Geotechnical Director to lead and grow its ground engineering offering in the South West.

This is a senior leadership role with real influence, ideal for someone who wants to shape a team, drive strategy, and play a key role in the continued growth of an established, forward-thinking business.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of the geotechnical function in the region, overseeing technical delivery while also playing a key role in winning and developing new business.

  • Lead and develop a growing geotechnical team
  • Oversee delivery of site investigations, foundation design and risk assessments
  • Provide technical sign-off and maintain high-quality standards
  • Build and manage key client relationships
  • Identify and secure new work across infrastructure, residential and commercial sectors
  • Collaborate with geo-environmental and planning teams on multidisciplinary projects

About You

  • Chartered (or working towards) in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related field
  • Strong background in geotechnical design and ground investigation
  • Proven experience in a senior or leadership position
  • Commercially aware, with a track record of winning work
  • Confident managing clients and leading projects

Why This Role?

  • Clear route to further senior leadership
  • Opportunity to shape and grow a regional team
  • Strong pipeline of secured work
  • Flexible working environment
  • Competitive salary and bonus structure

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Posted: May 17th, 2026