Geotechnical Design Manager

Ferrovial; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks a Geotechnical Design Manager to oversee geotechnical aspects of major infrastructure projects in London. The role involves managing piling and earthworks, liaising with construction teams, and ensuring compliance with geotechnical standards. The successful candidate will possess a degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering and have strong communication skills. Diversity and inclusion are core values, promoting a collaborative and innovative workplace.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering is essential.
• Knowledge of geotechnical standards and construction methodology.
• Experience with pile testing and managing contractors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for geotechnical works on HS2 Track Contract.
• Manage geotechnical aspects including piling and earthworks.
• Attend meetings and provide technical support for geohazards.

Skills

Geotechnical design knowledge

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Job description

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Reports to: Design Delivery Director/Lead

Location: London Office and Buckinghamshire

About Ferrovial Construction

Ferrovial Construction is the engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested with a workforce of approximately 96,000 employees, and a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees. Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK have 7 major Infrastructure projects across the UK; HS2 Enabling works, HS2 Main Works, Silvertown Tunnel (STT), Heathrow (H7), Thames Tideway (TTT), Northern Line Extension (NLE) and Farringdon Station.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the geotechnical aspects for the HS2 Track Contract, including Calvert Depot. The track systems geotechnical works include piling and earthworks at Calvert as well as the checking of any geotechnical information hand overed from Main Works to Track systems contractor as well as assessing any geotechnical aspects coming from the Alliance.
• Responsible for analysing the hand over data from the Main Works for the frost protection layer as well as the subgrade for aspects such as heave, settlements and constructability geotechnical topics for our track.
• Manage and lead any geotechnical aspects related to Calvert depot, including piling works and earthworks movements in the site, providing the foundation required to the IMD building and railhead.
• Attending the weekly meetings with the construction team and broader design team and client in Birmingham, Calvert and/or London.
• Attending / chairing meetings for geotechnical issues such as Geohazards that become apparent during construction and provide technical support for their mitigation.
• Support the Client with identifying change, risk and opportunities and constantly striving for efficiencies and cost savings.
• Scope review of construction stage GI and surveys.
• Aid in the study of optimization and liaison with the commercial, planning, design delivery teams, and designers.
• Support the link and coordination with construction teams for management of geotechnical related issues.
• Provide technical input and support to relevant commercial communications (SNCs, NCRs, CEs, Departures, etc.).
• Close liaison with the Engineering Managers to ensure the delivery on time, optimized and in accordance with the Client’s requirements is essential.
• Close out geotechnical issue within area of responsibility in timely manner.
• Review of monitoring reports and certificates. Support progressive technical assurance during design, construction and handover process.

Key skills and experience

• Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering
• Knowledge of key aspects of geotechnical design and construction methodology
• Knowledge of settlement and heave analysis on tracks, Rayleigh waves and associated mitigation measures
• Good knowledge of relevant geotechnical standards and their applicability for design construction.
• Experience in pile testing and interpretation
• Experience in managing and liaising with third parties and other contractors
• Very good communication skills

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Ferrovial embraces diversity and inclusion, and we see the value in providing equal opportunities to all employees. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

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Geotechnical Design Manager

Reports to: Design Delivery Director/Lead

Location: London Office and Buckinghamshire

About Ferrovial Construction

Ferrovial Construction is the engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested with a workforce of approximately 96,000 employees, and a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees. Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK have 7 major Infrastructure projects across the UK; HS2 Enabling works, HS2 Main Works, Silvertown Tunnel (STT), Heathrow (H7), Thames Tideway (TTT), Northern Line Extension (NLE) and Farringdon Station.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the geotechnical aspects for the HS2 Track Contract, including Calvert Depot. The track systems geotechnical works include piling and earthworks at Calvert as well as the checking of any geotechnical information hand overed from Main Works to Track systems contractor as well as assessing any geotechnical aspects coming from the Alliance.

Responsible for analysing the hand over data from the Main Works for the frost protection layer as well as the subgrade for aspects such as heave, settlements and constructability geotechnical topics for our track.

Manage and lead any geotechnical aspects related to Calvert depot, including piling works and earthworks movements in the site, providing the foundation required to the IMD building and railhead.

Attending the weekly meetings with the construction team and broader design team and client in Birmingham, Calvert and/or London.

Attending / chairing meetings for geotechnical issues such as Geohazards that become apparent during construction and provide technical support for their mitigation.

Support the Client with identifying change, risk and opportunities and constantly striving for efficiencies and cost savings.

Scope review of construction stage GI and surveys.

Aid in the study of optimization and liaison with the commercial, planning, design delivery teams, and designers.

Support the link and coordination with construction teams for management of geotechnical related issues.

Provide technical input and support to relevant commercial communications (SNCs, NCRs, CEs, Departures, etc.).

Close liaison with the Engineering Managers to ensure the delivery on time, optimized and in accordance with the Client’s requirements is essential.

Close out geotechnical issue within area of responsibility in timely manner.

Review of monitoring reports and certificates. Support progressive technical assurance during design, construction and handover process.

Key skills and experience

Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Knowledge of key aspects of geotechnical design and construction methodology

Knowledge of settlement and heave analysis on tracks, Rayleigh waves and associated mitigation measures

Good knowledge of relevant geotechnical standards and their applicability for design construction.

Experience in piling design/construction

Experience in pile testing and interpretation

Experience in managing and liaising with third parties and other contractors

Very good communication skills

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Ferrovial embraces diversity and inclusion, and we see the value in providing equal opportunities to all employees. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.