Senior Geotechnical Engineer

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in our clients' London Geotechnical team, you will have the opportunity to broaden your experience and work with a range of public and private sector clients on some key and major projects.

You will be involved in producing design solutions in line with current Eurocodes, reports specifications and drawings covering a range of project requirements within geotechnics.

You will deliver various geotechnical projects and provide technical leadership through leading the team and managing the design work. You will also support projects acting as client liaison and undertaking budgeting and cost control.

The Role Design foundations and substructures associated with underground spaces such as earthworks and slope stability

Lead in 2D and 3D numerical modelling for soil/structure interaction issues associated with below-ground structures

Lead in 2D and 3D numerical modelling for ground movement and impact assessment analysis

Travel to project sites when necessary for project delivery and client liaison meetings

Candidate Specification As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you are able to direct and deliver multiple concurrent projects on time and within budget.

You’ve designed various geotechnical solutions using current standards and Eurocodes and have previously worked on major projects.

With strong interpersonal skills you will be able to liaise with various clients and build professional relationships. You are comfortable with your technical expertise in the geotechnical engineering sector. You’re an effective communicator and are able to collaborate with all levels of staff and clients. In addition to this, you are a relationship builder and understand the dynamics of working with a team as well as working autonomously.

What you need to succeed

Master Degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on soil mechanics / geotechnics

Relevant geotechnical experience – at least 5 years

Experiencing guiding engineers in their technical development

Advanced user of PLAXIS 2D/3D numerical modelling software

Knowledge and experience in programming (Python, etc.) would be advantageous

Ability to use your initiative to undertake tasks efficiently and independently.

Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members.

Excellent written communication and attention to detail and be able to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing.

What's on offer

Competitive salary and benefits package with annual salary reviews
26 days holiday per year, rising to 31 days with loyalty days, plus bank holidays

Hybrid working arrangements

Fantastic training and development culture

Opportunity to play a key role in exciting and varied projects ICE Training Agreement Opportunity to be client facing and the chance to get involved with business development and marketing activities

Fast-tracked career progression