Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering
Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering
Provide strategic technical leadership and practice direction as a Technical Director – Geotechnical Engineering, leading the delivery of complex geotechnical infrastructure projects across Auckland and New Zealand. You will contribute senior-level geotechnical expertise across transport, energy and water infrastructure projects while strengthening client relationships, growing market presence, and mentoring technical teams across the business.
This is a highly client-facing leadership role focused on technical excellence, business development, and growing AECOM's Ground Engineering capability across New Zealand.
Lead the technical delivery of major geotechnical projects across New Zealand
Provide specialist expertise across soft ground engineering, slope stability, retaining structures, deep excavations, foundations and ground improvement.
Deliver technical advice across transport, water and power infrastructure projects
Lead geotechnical design development and co-ordination, and construction support activities across the full project lifecycle
Provide technical leadership across numerical modelling approaches for earthquake and wider geotechnical engineering applications
Be a senior reviewer and technical verifier for complex geotechnical deliverables
Build and strengthen key client relationships and identify future opportunities
Lead business development activities including proposals, tender interviews, and strategic pursuits
Mentor and develop technical teams, supporting professional growth and knowledge sharing across local and global teams
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a great fit for this role. Please apply — all applications will be considered.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or eligibility to obtain CPEng
20+ years' experience in geotechnical engineering or related consulting environments.
10+ years leading geotechnical design of preferably NZTA and other major infrastructure projects
Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across transport, water and energy sectors
Strong technical expertise across soft ground engineering, slope stability and earthworks, retaining structures and deep excavations, ground improvement, earthquake engineering, numerical analysis, and foundations
Demonstrated capability as a lead reviewer, verifier, or specialist technical advisor on major projects
Strong technical leadership, commercial acumen, and client relationship skills
Proven success managing complex projects, including technical quality, programme delivery, budget, and client outcomes
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Knowledge of New Zealand geotechnical design practices and infrastructure delivery environments
Active industry profile through technical leadership, professional networks, publications, or conference presentations
Why you'll love working with us
Flexible work arrangements available, aligned with the market and client facing role requirements
Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
Volunteer and representation leave
Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better