Technical Director

4 weeks ago

Wellington, New Zealand Pattle Delamore Partners Ltd Full time

Environmental, Earth & Geosciences (Science & Technology)

Full time

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Pattle Delamore Partners is an established and highly respected environmental and engineering consultancy with a nationwide presence. Our offices and projects are spread across Aotearoa and we are driven by solving the important infrastructure and environmental challenges facing NZ. As we continue to grow, we invite you to join us.

We are looking for a Technical Director in Geotechnics who will take the lead in developing PDP’s geotechnical presence in Wellington and the Lower North Island. You will have the opportunity to work across a diverse number of projects and further develop your skills and leadership expertise while collaborating with the rest of the team from around the country.

About the Role

  • Develop engineering geology/geotechnical engineering business opportunities within PDP’s existing and new clients
  • Manage geotechnical projects (foundations, slope stability, dams, service corridors, mining and quarrying)
  • Plan, write and review technical reports and provide input into engineering design
  • Contract management including cost estimation; tender and contract preparation; and construction management
  • Work across other workgroups at PDP, in particular Planning, Contaminated land, Water Infrastructure and Water Resources
  • Work with a range of clients from local authorities to private companies
  • Liaise with regulators and other relevant bodies.

What you’ll bring

  • Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 10 years experience as a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist (experience with a professional consultancy is preferred)
  • Ideally Charted Professional Engineer/Engineering Geologist status with Engineering New Zealand
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Creative thinking to find innovative solutions for our clients.

What we offer

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, income protection, salary top up for parental leave and the ability to purchase extra annual leave
  • Flexible/hybrid working culture, facilitating a healthy work-life balance
  • Professional development opportunities, including support for ongoing training and education, and fully subsidised membership fees
  • The chance to work on meaningful projects that make a difference to our environment
  • A vibrant environment, committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion

About Us

PDP is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading environmental science, engineering, and advisory consultancies. We care deeply about our environment and aspire to work in ways that meet today’s needs while providing for future generations.

Our team of experts deliver a range of innovative solutions that support our clients’ environmental challenges. We cover everything from air and land to water-related projects.

We take pride in being an employee-owned and operated company with nearly 40 years of experience operating in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Our solutions consistently exceed client expectations, leading to significant, meaningful environmental outcomes for our clients.

How to apply

Excited candidates should submit their resume and cover letter outlining both their experience and qualifications . Please include the job title as the subject line. We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming talent to our ever-growing team

If you have any further questions about the role please send them through or feel free to look through our website to better understand the diverse range of projects and services here at PDP.

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