Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an Associate Geotechnical Engineer with a leading consultancy in Bristol. Join a dynamic team delivering innovative engineering solutions across various sectors. Enjoy competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life assurance and income protection

Generous employer pension contribution

Support for training

Qualifications

• Proficient in designing foundations and ground improvement.
• Experienced in assessing settlement and slopes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams for geotechnical solutions.
• Manage and review work of less experienced staff.

Skills

Geotechnical Solutions

Project Management

Education

10 years post-graduate experience

Tools

Plaxis

Wallap

Job description

Our client is an award-winning multi-disciplinary team of engineers and planning design consultants.

07th May, 2025

An exciting job opportunity for an Associate Geotechnical Engineer with our client, an award-winning multi-disciplinary consultancy that has been delivering high-quality engineering solutions for over 60 years. As a permanent member of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects across various sectors, including Commercial, Residential, Health, Education, and Defence. With a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a friendly, modern office environment, this role presents an excellent opportunity for a talented and driven individual to grow and lead by example, shaping the future of our industry.

• Collaborate with civil and structural engineering teams to provide innovative geotechnical solutions.
• Leverage expertise in Plaxis and Wallap software to drive project success.
• Be part of a company that values continuous learning and professional development.

Preferred Requirements:

• Proficient in designing foundations (ULS and SLS), ground improvement, earthworks, and soil retaining structures/ground reinforcement.
• Experienced in assessing settlement and slopes using specialist analytical geotechnical software.
• Skilled in preparing technically accurate interpretive GIRs, GDRs, and GFRs.
• Adept at managing and reviewing the work of less experienced staff.
• Experience in costing and quoting for professional services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of post-graduate experience in the ground engineering sector.
• Proven track record in leading projects and representing your company in Design Team Meetings.
• Sound commercial and contractual judgment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working hours.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.
• Employer-provided life assurance and income protection schemes.
• Access to company pension with a generous employer contribution.
• Support for training via our Learning Pathways Programme.
• A friendly, modern office environment.