Technical Director Geotechnical (RGE)
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Job Summary
Location: Hong Kong
Recruiter contact: Maggie Chan
Hiring manager contact: Stephen Wan
We are currently seeking aTechnical Director Geotechnicalfor our Hong Kong office.
In this role you will provide strategic technical leadership and critical inputs to large-scale local and international projects. You will apply your expertise in geotechnical design and consultancy services from feasibility through detailed design and construction support for major infrastructure projects in Hong Kong and across Asia.
You will lead and mentor the Hong Kong geotechnical team while collaborating closely with global colleagues to deliver innovative sustainable solutions. Expect to work on a diverse range of projects including MRT stations and tunnels major building foundations and basements bridge foundations coastal developments reclamation works offshore wind and hydropower projects.
This is a challenging and rewarding role offering fantastic opportunities for career development technical leadership and contribution to a greener smarter future for Hong Kong and the region.
Service Delivery
Delivering high-quality professional services to internal and external clients ensuring technical advice and solutions are accurate innovative and aligned with client needs.
Continual Improvement
Seeking opportunities to challenge conventional approaches and introduce advanced geotechnical modelling and digital tools that enable better outcomes for clients and projects.
Collaboration
Leveraging our global network to build strong relationships across teams and regions enabling knowledge sharing teamwork and professional development.
Quality and Risk Management
Maintaining current knowledge of professional standards innovations and best practices. Applying constructability and safety principles in design and delivery supported by rigorous quality checks and verification activities. Ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting a culture of safety for oneself and others.
KnowledgeSkillsand Attributes
Embrace ourPRIDEvalues (Progress Respect Integrity Drive Excellence) by:
Self-leadership:Taking responsibility for personal behaviour and well-being.
Professional Excellence:Demonstrating a passion for continual learning and technical innovation.
Communication:Confidently communicating complex ideas clearly and listening to others perspectives.
Teamwork:Working collaboratively across disciplines and geographies.
Written Skills:Producing clear logical reports and presentations in English.
Experience:15 years of proven track record in delivering geotechnical leadership and subject matter expertise on major infrastructure projects.
Qualification:Degree holder in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related disciplines. A Masters degree or above will be an advantage
Memership:Corporate Membership of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers or equivalent in Civil or Geotechnical discipline Qualification of Registered Professional Engineer (Geotechnical) (RPE(G)) or approaching qualification is an advantage
Specific Responsibilities
Brilliant People trusted to do brilliant things take action to deliver responsibilities by:
Providing technical leadership and mentorship to the Hong Kong geotechnical team and supporting regional growth.
Leading geotechnical inputs for major projects including tunnels deep excavations foundations and slope stability works.
Driving innovation through advanced geotechnical modelling and numerical analysis (e.g. PLAXIS FLAC 3D modelling) and supporting our digital strategy.
Producing checking and reviewing technical documentation including reports calculations specifications and tender documents.
Supporting business development through proposal writing client engagement and thought leadership.
Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and appreciating the roles of other professionals to deliver integrated solutions.
Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of Hong Kong and international standards and applying best practices in technical delivery.
Working with market leads to identify opportunities to grow the geotechnical business across Hong Kong and the wider Asia region.
Equality diversity and inclusion
We put equality diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
Agile working
At Mott MacDonald we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client team and personal commitments. We embrace agility flexibility and trust.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
The Mott MacDonald Group is a consultancy with headquarters in the United Kingdom. It employs 16,000 staff in 150 countries. Mott MacDonald is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world. It was established in 1989 by the merger of Mott, Hay and Anderson with Sir M MacDon ... View more
