Expression of Interest - Geotechnical Engineers

BakerHicks; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BakerHicks in Manchester is looking for Geotechnical Engineers to join their Ground Engineering teams. Candidates will contribute to complex projects in various sectors including transportation and energy. The role requires expertise in geotechnical methodologies, design standards, and leading project teams. BakerHicks offers an inclusive culture, excellent training opportunities, and a flexible working environment. A commitment to security clearance is necessary for certain positions, ensuring qualifications meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical engineering required.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of design and risk management in geotechnics.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to geotechnical engineering projects.
• Provide innovative solutions and support project delivery.
• Engage in planning and designing foundations and stability assessments.

Skills

Planning and supervising site investigations

Foundation, slope stability, earthworks design

Geotechnical risk management

Using industry software such as Plaxis or Wallap

Preparing geotechnical reports

Collaboration with civil, structural, and environmental teams

Applying Eurocodes and British Standards

Leading projects or teams (for Senior/Associate)

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about geotechnical engineering and ready to make a difference on award-winning infrastructure and building projects? At BakerHicks, we’re always on the lookout for talented Geotechnical Engineers, from graduates starting their careers to experienced Principals and Associates, to join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary Ground Engineering teams.

As part of our Geotechnical group, you’ll contribute to complex, high-profile schemes across transportation, energy, life sciences, industrial, and major public infrastructure. You’ll work alongside nationally recognised experts to deliver innovative, sustainable, and technically robust solutions, helping clients tackle everything from ground investigations to advanced foundation design.

We’re interested in hearing from professionals with experience in:

• Planning and supervising site investigations
• Foundation, slope stability, earthworks, and retaining structures design
• Ground movement assessments and geotechnical risk management
• Using industry software such as Plaxis, Wallap, or similar
• Preparing geotechnical reports, specifications, and design calculations
• Collaborating with civil, structural, and environmental engineering teams
• Applying relevant Eurocodes, British Standards, and best practice guidance
• Leading projects, teams, or client relationships (for Senior/Associate levels)

What you’ll find at BakerHicks

• Award-winning projects that shape communities and cities
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where your ideas are valued
• Excellent training and development, including ICE-accredited programmes
• Flexible working to support your work-life balance
• Opportunities to grow your career across the UK

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to lead major ground engineering projects as an Associate, we’d love to hear from you.

Express your interest today – and help us design a more sustainable future, from the ground up.

BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.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.