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About the company
A well-established engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate / Associate Director level Geotechnical Engineer to help lead and develop their geotechnical capability. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional with strong technical expertise in earthworks, foundations and ground engineering design, combined with excellent commercial awareness and client relationship skills.
The role will play a key part in leading projects, mentoring engineers and supporting the growth of the geotechnical team across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, development and ground engineering schemes.
 
The Role
As a senior member of the team, you will take responsibility for delivering technically robust geotechnical solutions while supporting the wider business through client engagement, project leadership and team development.
 
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership

• Lead geotechnical design across projects involving earthworks, foundations and ground engineering.
• Provide technical oversight on ground investigations and interpretative reporting.
• Review and approve geotechnical assessments, design reports and specifications.
• Ensure high technical standards across project delivery.

Project Delivery

• Manage geotechnical projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Provide technical input to planning, infrastructure and development schemes.

Client & Commercial Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support business development, proposal preparation and tender submissions.
• Contribute to the commercial performance of projects and the wider team.

Team Leadership
 

• Support and mentor junior engineers and develop the geotechnical capability within the business.
• Provide technical guidance and review work produced by the wider team.
• Help shape the growth and strategic direction of the geotechnical offering.

Requirements
Essential

• Significant experience in geotechnical consultancy or engineering design.
• Strong technical background in earthworks, foundation design and ground engineering.
• Experience leading projects and working directly with clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to support business development.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.

Preferred
 

• Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent).
• Experience working on infrastructure, development or major ground engineering projects.
• Previous experience in a senior, Associate or team leadership role.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Annual performance bonus
• Car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance cover
• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
• 25-30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Professional membership fees paid (ICE, Geological Society etc.)
• Ongoing professional development and training support
• Support towards further chartership or professional qualifications
• Clear progression pathway to Technical Director / Director level
• Opportunity to lead and grow a geotechnical team
• Involvement in major infrastructure and development projects
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Cycle to work scheme  

Inclusivity Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage candidates who may not meet every requirement to apply.

 
 

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