Geotechnical Design Manager

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

Job summary

A leading company in transport infrastructure is hiring a Geotechnical Design Manager to oversee geotechnical aspects of the HS2 Track Contract. The role involves managing geotechnical activities, analyzing construction data, and coordinating with various teams to ensure project efficiency and compliance with standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in geotechnical design and construction methodologies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering required.
• Knowledge of geotechnical design and construction methodologies required.
• Experience managing relationships with third parties and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for geotechnical aspects of the HS2 Track Contract.
• Analyze handover data concerning geotechnics like frost protection layers.
• Chair meetings for geotechnical issues and provide technical support.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Civil Engineering

Settlement analysis

Heave analysis

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Job description

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 of experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions: Airports, Highways, Construction, and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial is committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions to create value for society, clients, investors, and employees. Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK manages 7 major infrastructure projects across the UK, including 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 of the HS2 Track Contract, including Calvert Depot. This includes piling and earthworks at Calvert, checking geotechnical information transferred from Main Works to Track Systems contractor, and assessing geotechnical issues from the Alliance.
• Analyze handover data from Main Works concerning frost protection layers and subgrades, focusing on heave, settlements, and constructability issues related to geotechnics for our track.
• Manage and lead geotechnical activities related to Calvert depot, including piling works and earthworks, providing foundations for the IMD building and railhead.
• Attend weekly meetings with the construction, design teams, and clients in Birmingham, Calvert, and London.
• Chair meetings for geotechnical issues like Geohazards identified during construction and provide technical support for mitigation measures.
• Support the client in identifying changes, risks, and opportunities, aiming for efficiencies and cost savings.
• Review scope of construction-stage geotechnical investigations and surveys.
• Assist in optimization studies and liaise with commercial, planning, design delivery teams, and designers.
• Coordinate with construction teams to manage geotechnical issues.
• Provide technical input and support for commercial communications, including SNCs, NCRs, CEs, and departures.
• Work closely with Engineering Managers to ensure timely, optimized delivery aligned with client requirements.
• Resolve geotechnical issues within the area of responsibility promptly.
• Review monitoring reports and certificates; support technical assurance during design, construction, and handover phases.

Key Skills and Experience

• Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering
• Knowledge of geotechnical design and construction methodologies
• Experience with settlement and heave analysis, Rayleigh waves, and mitigation measures
• Good understanding of relevant geotechnical standards and their application in design and construction
• Experience in pile testing, interpretation, and pile design/construction
• Experience managing relationships with third parties and contractors
• Excellent communication skills

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

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