Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer
Matchtech · Manchester, England ·
55 per annumManchester, England If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description. Permanent Our client is seeking a Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing consultancy team in Manchester.
This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of geotechnical projects across infrastructure, transportation, water, energy, utilities and development. You will provide technical leadership across project lifecycles, from feasibility and ground investigation through to detailed design and construction support.
The role will also involve project management, client engagement, business development and mentoring junior engineers within a multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery to programme, budget and quality requirementsPlan, procure and supervise ground investigations, including the interpretation of geotechnical and geological dataUndertake and review geotechnical analyses and detailed design calculationsDesign and assess foundations, retaining structures, slopes, earthworks and embankmentsPrepare factual and interpretative reports, technical specifications and construction documentationProvide geotechnical input and construction phase support across multidisciplinary infrastructure projectsAct as a technical reviewer and mentor, supporting the development of less experienced engineersDevelop client relationships, support tenders and fee proposals, and contribute to business growth opportunitiesProject Sectors: Highway and transport infrastructureWater, wastewater and flood alleviation schemesReservoirs and damsCommercial and residential developmentsEarthworks, embankments and retaining structuresEnergy and utilities infrastructureJob
Requirements
Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related disciplineChartered Engineer, Chartered Geologist or working towards professional chartershipSignificant experience delivering geotechnical projects within a consultancy environmentStrong experience in ground investigations, geotechnical data interpretation and technical report writingProven capability in the design of foundations, retaining structures, slopes and earthworksExperience managing projects, programmes, budgets, resources and client relationshipsExperience reviewing technical work and mentoring junior engineersStrong understanding of Eurocodes, British Standards and current geotechnical engineering practiceDesirable
Skills
Experience delivering major infrastructure projects across transportation, water, energy or development sectorsKnowledge of NEC contracts and project delivery frameworksExperience supporting business development, bid preparation and fee proposalsProficiency in geotechnical modelling and analysis software such as PLAXIS, GeoStudio or equivalentKnowledge of BIM and digital engineering processesStrong commercial awareness, stakeholder management and communication skillsInterest in innovation, sustainability and modern methods of project deliveryBenefits: Permanent, full-time position with hybrid working in ManchesterOpportunity to work across a broad range of sectors and technically challenging projectsSupportive multidisciplinary working environmentOpportunities for professional development, mentoring and progressionInvolvement in innovative and sustainable engineering solutionsIf you are an experienced Principal or Associate Geotechnical Engineer seeking a role with technical leadership, project variety and professional development opportunities, apply now to join our client's growing team.