Geotechnical Engineer

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a 12-week freelance contract on a large-scale reservoir project in the Chatteris area. Responsibilities include site investigations, designing foundations, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate has experience in heavy civils projects and strong geotechnical knowledge. Pay is negotiable, and a proactive approach to safety is essential.

Benefits

Negotiable pay based on experience

Collaborative working environment

Impactful project work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably on heavy civils or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical software and design principles.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and ground-risk assessments.
• Design foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures.
• Perform slope stability analysis and remediation.
• Produce technical reports and specifications.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Geotechnical software

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety-conscious approach

Site investigations

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer - New Reservoir Project (Chatteris Area)

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next contract? We have a fantastic opportunity for a freelance professional to join a dynamic team working on a new, large-scale reservoir project in the Chatteris area. This is a 12-week contract to support the crucial pre-enabling works.

The Role

As a Geotechnical Engineer on this project, you'll be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Site investigations and ground-risk assessments.

• Designing foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures.

• Slope stability analysis and remediation.

• Producing technical reports and specifications.

• Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and contractors.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably on heavy civils or infrastructure projects.

• Strong knowledge of geotechnical software and design principles.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• A proactive and safety-conscious approach to work.

What We Offer

• A 12-week freelance contract with negotiable pay, dependent on experience.

• The chance to work on a landmark project that will have a lasting impact.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you are a driven Geotechnical Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality work on complex projects, we would love to hear from you.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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