Associate Geotechnical Engineer

BakerHicks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + buy extra

Job summary

BakerHicks is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer at Associate level to lead a new regional team from our London office and shape our presence in the South. You will bring a strong background in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering within a design consultancy.

You will oversee desk studies, ground investigations, reporting, ground modelling, earthworks and foundation design, with a focus on client delivery and multidisciplinary collaboration across UK projects.

Qualifications

• Requires MSc in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Chartered membership with Geological Society/ICE/IMMM preferred.
• Proven track record in design consultancy geotechnical work and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the London office and develop a new southern regional team.
• Act as technical lead for geotechnical work across sectors (rail, power, defence, aviation, public sector, life sciences).
• Deliver ground engineering design packages from concept to completion within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Mentor and develop staff to grow capability across the region.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Team leadership

Technical reporting

Ground investigation

Geology

Communication

GEO5 software

Willingness to travel

Education

MSc in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering

Degree in Geology or Civil Engineering

Chartered status

Tools

GEO5

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Geotechnical Engineer to join BakerHicks, working within an award-winning team delivering across sectors including power distribution, rail, highways and defence. Based in our London office, this role offers the chance to lead and grow a new regional team, shaping our presence in the South.

You will be joining a dynamic and collaborative team that genuinely values fresh thinking and innovation. There is a strong sense of community across the wider group, with regular opportunities to connect beyond project work.

We are looking for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer operating at, or ready to step into, Associate level, with a strong background in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering within a design consultancy environment. You will be confident working autonomously from the outset, with the vision and drive to build and develop a high-performing team around you.

You will bring strong technical expertise across core ground engineering disciplines, including desk studies, ground investigation specification, technical reporting, ground modelling, earthworks and foundation design. Commercial awareness and the ability to win and secure work will also be key.

Our projects span the full breadth of the UK, from Shetland to Devon, offering exposure to a diverse range of ground conditions and engineering challenges rather than being confined to a single geological setting.

Objectives

• Act as lead in our London office with a view to grow a new team in the southern region
• Act as technical lead and reviewer for geotechnical work across a range of project sizes in sectors including rail, power, defence, aviation, public sector and life sciences
• Lead the delivery of ground engineering design packages across multiple projects as part of single and multidisciplinary teams, from concept through to completion
• Contribute to the development and mentoring of staff

Skills And Experience

• Degree in Geology or Civil Engineering, with an MSc in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering
• Chartered Member of an appropriate body such as the Geological Society, ICE or IMMM
• Technically competent across all aspects of ground engineering design and coordination - working within a design consultancy is key
• Extensive and solid experience managing teams and projects.
• Experience reviewing and approving key technical outputs including desk studies, ground investigations, ground models, mining risk assessments, Geotechnical Interpretive Reports, slope stability design, foundation design, retaining wall design, geotechnical design reports and earthworks specifications
• Full understanding of assurance and sign off requirements
• Up to date with current standards and best practice
• Proven track record of successful project delivery and client satisfaction
• Strong experience working within multidisciplinary design teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT skills, including geotechnical design software such as GEO5
• Willingness to travel occasionally for site work within the UK
• Eligible or already in posession of UK Security Clearance

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.

The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK)

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.