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Principal Geotechnical Engineer: Superb opportunity for progression at this prestigious and forward-thinking, Large Multidisciplinary Consultancy. This role is based in London.
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Overview
Our client is a reputable and forward-thinking international consultancy delivering engineering and environmental solutions for complex infrastructure and development projects. They collaborate with public and private sector organizations to create sustainable, resilient designs that combine technical excellence with environmental responsibility.
They are looking for a conscientious and talented engineer to take a leadership role within the Geotechnical Team led by their Associate Director. The Geotechnical team works with all the other business lines, however, primarily works in the Maritime Sector. Their Maritime team are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design, and development, and are multi-disciplinary experts that work on international projects to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
Technical
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Undertake geotechnical design and study work on projects.
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Write reports, specifications, and prepare drawings.
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Operate and maintain geotechnical modelling software.
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Assist with site investigation program design and supervision.
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Ensure compliant delivery of services internally and externally.
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Identify and solve geotechnical challenges.
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Check own work and work of others according to quality management standards.
Leadership & Management
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Work with geotechnical team to optimise resource use and ensure integrated approach to studies.
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Lead project teams on consulting assignments, including project management, budgeting, and quality control.
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Manage geotechnical projects involving various engineering disciplines and investigations.
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Mentor and train staff as needed.
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Organize and direct junior staff or technicians.
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Collaborate with specialists from other disciplines and other offices to build relationships within the company.
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Align project work with client needs.
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Develop and enhance technical capabilities of the geotechnical team.
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Contribute to strategic planning and business development of the geotechnical department.
Networking
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Liaise with clients internally and externally to provide geotechnical support and advice. This includes responding to and writing expressions of interest, proposals, and other bids.
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Build and maintain client relationships with new and key clients to develop new business opportunities.
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Promote the company's work through technical publications, conference participation, and presentations.
Requirements
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MSc in Civil Engineering with a specialism in geotechnical engineering
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Practical geotechnical design track record
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Preparation and supervision of ground investigations
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Proficient in geotechnical design software (such as Openground, Plaxis etc)
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In-depth knowledge of the sector
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Background within a geotechnical consultancy
On offer
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A competitive salary
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Benefit from private medical and dental cover (fully paid by the company) and extend it to your family at discounted rates, including neurodiversity support.
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Life insurance.
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Annual profit sharing, where 40% of our profit is distributed among employees.
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Opportunity to purchase company shares.
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25 days of annual leave & opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional days.
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Hybrid way of working and flexible working hours.
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Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity pay
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Annual Performance & Development cycle
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Opportunities to develop, such as global learning weeks, online trainings, and academies for various topics such as project management, consultancy, and people management.
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Diverse and challenging projects to work on.
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And more…
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To apply for the position of Principal Geotechnical Engineer, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).
Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.
All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.
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