Associate Geotechnical Engineer

CampbellReith; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CampbellReith in London is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to lead ground investigations, interpret data, and develop foundation, slope, and ground improvement designs for infrastructure and development projects. You will coordinate with structural and civil teams, attend design and site meetings, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to proposals and QA.

The role offers hybrid working with part of the week from home and a focus on timely delivery and strong client

Qualifications

• Strong geotechnical engineering knowledge including soil and rock mechanics.
• Proficiency with PLAXIS, GeoStudio, WALLAP, SLOPE/W and MS Office.
• Experience planning, managing and interpreting site investigations.
• Ability to produce clear technical reports and drawings for multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree with progress toward chartered status.
• Familiarity with UK design codes and guidance (Eurocodes, BS, CIRIA).

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise ground investigations and sampling.
• Interpret geotechnical data to develop foundations, retaining structures and slopes.
• Prepare factual and interpretative reports and design deliverables.
• Coordinate with structural and other disciplines; attend design and site meetings.
• Support proposals, fee estimates, and project planning.
• Maintain client relationships through clear communication and timely delivery.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Soil & rock mechanics

Geotechnical design

Report writing

Team mentoring

Education

BEng/BSc Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered status progression (ICE/IStructE)

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

WALLAP

SLOPE/W

Job description

Company Description

CampbellReith is an independent firm of consulting engineers providing structural, civil, geotechnical, land quality, development planning, and transport planning services. The firm is known for imaginative, cost-effective design solutions and is recognised by clients for innovative and pragmatic thinking. CampbellReith works across a wide range of sectors and is experienced in delivering complex, high-profile projects. The team has contributed to major UK developments such as the ExCeL London extension, the Faculty of Technology Building at the University of Portsmouth, and The Daubeny Project at Oxford Science Park. Collaboration with clients, architects, developers, project managers, and contractors is central to turning ambitious visions into practical, resilient infrastructure and high-performance facilities.

Role Description

The Associate Geotechnical Engineer role is a full-time hybrid position based in London, with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week. The role involves leading and delivering geotechnical design and analysis for a variety of infrastructure, buildings, and land development projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and supervising ground investigations, interpreting geotechnical data, preparing factual and interpretative reports, and developing foundation, retaining wall, slope stability, and ground improvement designs. The Associate will coordinate with structural, civil, and other engineering disciplines, attend design and site meetings, and provide technical guidance to junior team members. Additional duties include contributing to proposals, fee estimates, and project planning, supporting quality assurance processes, and maintaining strong client relationships through clear communication and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong geotechnical engineering knowledge, including soil and rock mechanics, ground investigation techniques, and geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures, slopes, and earthworks.
• Proficiency with relevant geotechnical and structural analysis software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, WALLAP, SLOPE/W, or similar tools) and solid skills in MS Office for reporting and documentation.
• Experience in planning, managing, and interpreting site investigations, including specification of field testing, sampling, and laboratory testing, and assessment of ground conditions and risks.
• Ability to produce clear technical reports, drawings, and design deliverables, with strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior engineers, contributing to project management tasks, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Relevant degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (or closely related discipline) and progress toward, or achievement of, chartered status with a professional institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with UK design codes, standards, and guidance (e.g., Eurocodes, BS standards, CIRIA,