Lead Tunnel Engineer
Location: London or Manchester

Opportunity

Tunnels and underground structures play a crucial role in shaping our modern world by reducing surface congestion and providing resilient infrastructure. We specialize in tunnel design, construction, and operation, delivering value throughout the project lifecycle with a practical, creative approach.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Associate/Technical Director of Tunnelling to join our expanding team. We work on some of the UK's most complex and technically challenging projects in sectors such as energy, transport, and water. You'll join a team driven by a passion for technical excellence and a shared mission to improve infrastructure quality and sustainability.

About the Role

As a Technical Director, you will:

Manage the technical leadership of the tunnelling team.
Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to foster the development of professional staff.
Drive the growth of the tunnel design business and develop tunnelling-specific business strategies.
Lead bidding and tender submission efforts.
Ensure timely submission of deliverables, oversee technical checks, monitor budgets, and manage commercial aspects of projects.
Collaborate closely with the Board and Engineering Design Practice Lead, contributing to the strategic development of the company.

Qualifications and Requirements

Postgraduate qualifications in civil engineering.
A minimum of 20 years' experience.
Chartered status in civil or structural engineering, with membership in relevant professional bodies.
Strong interpersonal and technical skills, with proven ability to lead tunnelling design teams.
Significant experience in tunnelling design within a fast-paced engineering consultancy environment.
A solid commercial track record.
Proficiency in BIM and other relevant design software.

What We Offer You

We are dedicated to fostering the success and growth of our team. We provide a comprehensive reward package that acknowledges each team member's contributions. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a supportive work environment that includes:

Profit sharing to celebrate collective achievements.
Private medical insurance, life assurance, and a competitive pension scheme.
Flexible benefits designed to support overall well-being, offering options that suit personal, family, and individual needs.
Continuous professional development opportunities and a commitment to your growth.As an employee-owned company, we select projects aligned with our values and mission, enhancing our legacy while delivering innovative, impactful solutions for our clients and communities