Assistant Geo-Environmental Engineer

Salary:Dependant on experience

Location:Nottingham, NG15 0ED

Join Our Team and Grow with Us at PJS Geotechnical Engineers

PJS Consulting Engineers are a multi-disciplined consultancy providing civil, structural, and geotechnical design solutions for the UK construction market.

After a successful period of growth and in accordance with our ambitious future expansion plans, we are looking to strengthen our team with the appointment of an Assistant Geo-Environmental Engineer.

The successful candidate will join a very friendly working environment with excellent career progression, a competitive salary and company benefits.

At PJS, we pride ourselves on providing our employees with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development, allowing employees to reach their full potential. We operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation.

• Hold a relevant qualification in civil engineering, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering or a related discipline.
• Organise and undertake ground investigations, including supervising drilling rigs and trial pits.
• Carry out sampling, monitoring, collation and analysis of geo-environmental data.
• Assist with factual and interpretive reports, technical notes, drawings and calculations.
• Support foundation, earthworks and geotechnical design solutions.
• Undertake site inspections, including substructure construction inspections.
• Follow the internal Integrated Management System.

• Support efficient project delivery by managing time, scope and deadlines effectively.
• Maintain awareness of budgets, variations and the commercial impact of technical decisions.
• Assist with quotations and project budgeting where required.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, contractors and project teams.
• Attend site and project meetings where required.
• Provide practical, responsive advice to support successful project outcomes.
• Develop client-facing confidence when communicating with third parties.
• Maintain a proactive, accountable and professional approach to client correspondence.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the geotechnical, civil and structural teams.
• Contribute to a positive team culture by sharing knowledge and supporting others where appropriate.
• Engage with ongoing training and professional development.
• Demonstrate professionalism, drive and accountability.

The successful candidate will join a very friendly working environment with excellent career progression available and enjoy a competitive salary with company benefits including:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme (up to 10 days)
• Ability to sell up to 5 days annual leave
• Professional subscriptions reimbursed
• Long service awards, starting at 5 years’ service
• Vitality health insurance following probationary period
• Paid maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Eye care voucher scheme, to cover eye tests and new spectacles
• Breakout room with pool table
• Comprehensive induction process and focus on personal growth
• Various social events throughout the year, including parties, team building activities, Charity events and award ceremonies

The successful candidate will benefit from continuous career development opportunities, including both external and internal training courses, and mentorship from senior colleagues. The senior management team brings extensive experience from the civil engineering consultancy, contractor, and development sectors.

Due to the nature of the role, a full driving license is required.

PJS is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are hugely committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among the workforce.