Geotechnical Engineer & Ground Risk Lead – Hybrid UK

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy (two days from

Training and chartership progression

Health and wellbeing benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave options

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists at all levels across the UK. Roles are available on either a full-time or part-time basis, with hybrid working arrangements.

You will produce technically competent reports, prepare ground models, analyze geotechnical structures, and support project delivery while promoting sustainability and advanced 3D data usage. Site-based supervision and collaboration across disciplines are key components of the role.

Qualifications

• Fundamental appreciation of ground risk and site investigation.
• Good grasp of basic soil mechanics and engineering principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with ability to produce high-quality reports and design deliverables.
• Ambition to progress towards chartered status.
• For experienced professionals, demonstrable consultancy and ground risk management experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce professional, technically competent reports and liaise with specialists and clients.
• Prepare ground models and design parameters.
• Analyze slopes, walls, foundations and other geotechnical structures.
• Support all aspects of project delivery including client liaison and coordination with other disciplines.
• Contribute to higher sustainability and 3D data use in delivery.
• Site-based work supervising ground investigation and construction.
• Utilise our geotechnical training framework to develop yourself and colleagues at all grades.
• For experienced professionals, lead in business development, complex projects and mentoring staff.

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists at all levels across the UK. Roles are available on either a full-time or part-time basis, with hybrid working arrangements.

You will produce technically competent reports, prepare ground models, analyze geotechnical structures, and support project delivery while promoting sustainability and advanced 3D data usage. Site-based supervision and collaboration across disciplines are key components of the role.