Geotechnical Engineers, All Grades - United Kingdom

Apex Contracting Co.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Geotechnical Engineers at all levels to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This role offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time work, along with a hybrid working policy that promotes a healthy work-life balance. You will engage in a variety of projects, contributing to the production of technical reports, analyzing geotechnical structures, and supporting project delivery. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this company provides an environment where you can thrive and grow in your career. Join a forward-thinking firm that values your contributions and supports your journey toward chartered status.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing Programs

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in geotechnical engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent communication skills for client and team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geotechnical reports and liaise with clients and specialists.
• Analyze geotechnical structures and supervise site investigations.

Skills

Geotechnical Analysis

Soil Mechanics

Communication Skills

Project Delivery

Sustainability Practices

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

Geotechnical Training Framework

Job description

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…

We are looking for Geotechnical Engineers at all levels across the UK. This role is available on either a full-time or a part-time basis.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

1. Work-life balance?
   WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
2. Inclusivity & Diversity?
   We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
3. Health & Wellbeing?
   We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
4. Your development?
   We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

• The production of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients.
• Preparing ground models and design parameters.
• Analysis of slopes, walls, foundations and other geotechnical structures.
• Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison and co-ordinating with colleagues from other disciplines.
• Contributing to the implementation of higher sustainability and better use of 3D data in our project delivery.
• Site based work supervising ground investigation and construction.
• Using our newly developed geotechnical training framework in the development of both yourself and your colleagues at all grades.
• A fundamental appreciation of ground risk and site investigation.
• A good grasp of basic soil mechanics and engineering principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to generate high quality reports and design deliverables.
• Ambition to progress towards chartered status.