Technical Director

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 March 2026
LOCATION
Slough
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£72,000 / year
CATEGORY
Environmental Consultancy
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SKILLS

Technical Leadership Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) Hydrology Water Resources Management Peatland Management Project Management Business Development Mentoring and Coaching

FULL DESCRIPTION

Are you an experienced technical leader ready for your next major career move? Our client, a well-established, high-performing environmental consultancy, is seeking a Technical Director to drive business growth while providing expert oversight of environmental impact assessments (EIA) across hydrology, water resources and peatland management. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional who enjoys leading technically complex work, developing teams, and influencing large-scale renewable and infrastructure projects. Strong performance in this role offers a clear pathway to enhanced discretionary bonuses and a future position as a Company Director.

Key Responsibilities as Technical Director:

  • Act as Project Executive for major water environment assessments across wind farms, solar farms, hydropower, transport and development projects.
  • Provide technical leadership, quality assurance, and oversight of project outputs and processes.
  • Develop in-house technical capability in your specialist areas.
  • Mentor and support junior staff toward professional chartership.
  • Undertake line management duties, including performance reviews and development planning.
  • Build strong working relationships internally and externally, representing the company with confidence and authority.
  • Stay fully up to date with the regulatory framework and influence its application within your sector.
  • Manage your own workload and that of your team, typically across up to 10 concurrent projects.
  • Lead projects and bids up to £100k in value.
  • Develop and deliver a marketing plan to grow your sector, with realistic growth targets linked to bonus incentives.
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