lead ground engineering as an associate director in london

You have built a strong track record leading geotechnical work and you are ready for the influence and recognition that comes with an associate director title.This is an international structural and civil engineering consultancy with a London office, working on complex, high profile projects that regularly involve challenging ground conditions. Leaders here have genuine access to the direction of the business rather than being another layer of management. Client relationships here tend to be long standing, which gives senior leaders real continuity across repeat, high profile projects. Client relationships here tend to be long standing, which gives senior leaders real continuity across repeat, high profile projects. Client relationships here tend to be long standing, which gives senior leaders real continuity across repeat, high profile projects.If you are already doing associate director level work but still reporting to someone who barely reviews it, or feel that reaching this level elsewhere would mean losing touch with the actual engineering, this role keeps you close to the technical work while giving you the seniority you have earned. You will lead geotechnical input across major projects, take responsibility for technical quality, and play a genuine role in mentoring and business development.There is scope to shape how the geotechnical function develops as the London office continues to grow.Salary is between 90,000 and 110,000, depending on experience.If this sounds like the leadership role you are ready for, get in touch for a confidential conversation.If you've read this far and you're still unsure and would prefer a detailed market insight including salary bands and market trends - then check out our free guide here: https://www.responsumltd.com/uk-salary-guide-2026