Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

In this senior role you will lead geotechnical projects from investigation through design and construction within a leading multidisciplinary consultancy. You will collaborate with clients, contractors and design teams while guiding junior engineers and contributing to tender and proposal work. The position offers clear progression within a strong technical team, with varied project exposure and ongoing professional development. You will shape geotechnical solutions across foundations, basements, slopes and earthworks in the UK context.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Strong benefits package
• Varied project portfolio
• Clear progression opportunities
• Support towards professional development and chartership

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical projects from investigation through to design and construction
• Undertake geotechnical design for foundations, retaining walls, basements, slopes and earthworks
• Review ground investigation information and produce technical reports
• Complete geotechnical calculations and analysis
• Work closely with clients, contractors and other design disciplines
• Provide technical support to junior engineers
• Attend site visits and provide technical input during construction
• Support tenders, proposals and client meetings

Key requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology or a related subject
• Strong experience within geotechnical consultancy
• Previous geotechnical design experience
• Good understanding of UK ground conditions and relevant standards
• Experience with PLAXIS, WALLAP or similar software would be beneficial
• Chartered or working towards chartership is desirable
• Good communication skills and the ability to manage projects independently

• Good communication skills
• Ability to manage projects independently
• Stakeholder liaison
• Geotechnical design
• Ground investigation review
• PLAXIS

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