Arcadis
Associate Technical Director - Civils / Structures
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Associate Technical Director - Civils / Structures
Associate Technical Director – Rail South, West & Wales
Location: Rail South, West & Wales | UK | Hybrid Working
Arcadis is the world’s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 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 world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Associate Technical Director to join our Rail South, West & Wales Business Unit, supporting the delivery of major rail structures projects across the region. Working as part of our Rail South, West & Wales Civil & Structural Engineering team, you will provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio, including:
- Depots and maintenance facilities
- Bridge replacements
- Station upgrade and new-build schemes
This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative and client-focused leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, developing high-performing teams, and shaping the growth of our rail business.
Role Accountabilities
- Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary rail projects, guiding:
- Design development
- Decision-making
- Technical assurance To deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Build strong relationships with:
- Clients
- Stakeholders
- Project teams Offering trusted advice throughout the project lifecycle and supporting successful delivery.
- Support project and design managers with:
- Technical governance
- Resource planning
- Safety-critical reviews
- Effective delivery of complex design work.
- Mentor and develop engineers within the team by:
- Chairing technical reviews
- Promoting a culture of:
- Collaboration
- Innovation
- Continuous improvement
- Health and safety
- Contribute to work-winning and business growth, including:
- Strengthening client relationships
- Expanding market presence
- Helping shape regional growth strategies.
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Qualifications & Experience
- Degree: BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Professional Status: Chartered Engineer through a recognised professional institution.
- Experience:
- Significant experience leading the technical delivery of:
- Rail structures projects
- Multidisciplinary rail infrastructure projects
- Expertise in design assurance, health and safety, and safety-critical processes.
- Ability to fulfil the role of Contractor’s Engineering Manager under NR/L2/INI/02009 if required.
- Significant experience leading the technical delivery of:
- Soft Skills:
- Proven ability to build client relationships
- Lead technical teams
- Support business development
- Mentor others in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
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Why Arcadis?
We believe everyone’s contribution matters. Our skills-based approach empowers you to:
- Harness your unique experience
- Carve your career path
- Maximise impact alongside us.
With Arcadis, you’ll:
- Engage in meaningful work
- Help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.
- Make a lasting legacy in your career, colleagues, clients, life, and the world.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We strive to be an employer of choice, fostering a work environment where everyone can bring their best self. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) are at the core of our mission, driving innovation and quality of life improvements. Our six ED&I Workstreams focus on:
- Age
- Disability
- Faith
- Gender
- LGBT+
- Race
A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success.
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