Graduate Geotechnical Design Engineer: Growth & CPD Path

Galliford Try Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

28 days annual leave (plus scheme)

Volunteer days

Agile working programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Galliford Try Group is offering a Graduate Geotechnical Design Engineer role in the UK as part of a two‑year development programme. Based in Solihull or Warrington, you will gain hands‑on experience, work with stakeholders across business units, and pursue professional qualifications with support from the company.

The programme starts September 2027 with an initial salary of £29,500 and a structured path including CPD and mentorship, plus benefits such as private medical insurance and generous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Geotechnical Design or Geology completed before Sept 2027.
• Interest in civil engineering and geotechnical design best practices.
• Full UK driving licence by Sept 2027 (or working toward).

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and site visits to discuss geotechnical requirements and solutions.
• Assist in preparing design briefs and calculations for foundations and earthworks.
• Assist in scoping Ground Investigations and supervise on-site work for quality and safety.
• Prepare GIRs and GDRs, assess foundations based on GI data and provide recommendations.
• Check calculations and assist in producing technical drawings and schedules.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Self-starting

Adaptability

Education

Geotechnical Design degree

Geology degree

Job description

Galliford Try Group is offering a Graduate Geotechnical Design Engineer role in the UK as part of a two‑year development programme. Based in Solihull or Warrington, you will gain hands‑on experience, work with stakeholders across business units, and pursue professional qualifications with support from the company.

The programme starts September 2027 with an initial salary of £29,500 and a structured path including CPD and mentorship, plus benefits such as private medical insurance and generous