Associate Geotechnical Engineer – Lead Infrastructure Projects

Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Scheme

25 days holidays + Bank holidays

Health Care

Pension Scheme

Subscriptions

Long-term career progression within an

an expanding consultancy

Job summary

Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd in Manchester is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to lead a growing geotechnical design team. You will drive technical delivery, manage projects and build strong client relationships across infrastructure sectors.

You will lead ground investigations, advise on foundation design and stability, and mentor junior engineers while shaping the growth of the Manchester geotechnical practice.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology/Geotechnical Engineering is required.
• Chartered or working towards chartership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver geotechnical design projects across infrastructure and construction sectors.
• Provide technical expertise in foundation design, slope stability, earthworks, retaining structures and ground improvement.
• Review and approve geotechnical interpretative reports, factual reports and technical design deliverables.
• Manage ground investigation subcontractors, including specification, procurement, supervision and quality control.
• Oversee ground investigation programmes, ensuring delivery within budgets and timescales.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to tenders and fee proposals.
• Support the growth of the Manchester geotechnical team through recruitment and mentoring.
• Manage project budgets, resources and commercial performance.
• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes, UK standards and industry requirements.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Infrastructure experience

Ground investigation management

Client-facing

Leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Engineering Geology/Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd in Manchester is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to lead a growing geotechnical design team. You will drive technical delivery, manage projects and build strong client relationships across infrastructure sectors.

You will lead ground investigations, advise on foundation design and stability, and mentor junior engineers while shaping the growth of the Manchester geotechnical practice.