Geotechnical Engineer | Newark

Strata Construction Consulting; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in the East Midlands is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to ensure project stability and safety. You will work closely with architects and engineers, conducting site investigations and providing geotechnical expertise. Candidates should have a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and strong knowledge of soil mechanics. This role offers opportunities for professional development, competitive salaries, and benefits in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and foundation design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and geotechnical analysis.
• Assess ground conditions and provide recommendations.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and risk assessments.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Foundation design

Ground improvement techniques

Geotechnical software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio)

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering (MSc preferred)

Job description

Our client, are passionate about creating innovative, sustainable, and resilient structures that shape communities for generations. Their multidisciplinary team works across architecture, engineering, and design, delivering projects that balance creativity with technical excellence.

The role

They are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This role is central to ensuring the stability, safety, and sustainability of our projects. You’ll collaborate with structural engineers, architects, and project managers to provide geotechnical expertise from concept through construction.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations, soil sampling, and geotechnical analysis.
• Assess ground conditions and provide recommendations for foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, risk assessments, and design documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geotechnical solutions into overall project designs.
• Support construction teams with technical guidance during project delivery.

What they are looking for

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering (MSc preferred).
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it).
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation design, and ground improvement techniques.
• Experience with geotechnical software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, or similar).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

Why join?

• Work on diverse and exciting projects across the UK and beyond.
• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A culture that values innovation, sustainability, and people-first design.