Join AECOM's Growing Ground Engineering Team!

AECOM; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm in the UK is seeking dynamic Geotechnical Engineers/Geologists of all levels to join their team. Successful candidates will have a degree in a related field and experience in ground engineering projects. Opportunities for professional growth and a flexible, hybrid work model are offered, alongside a range of personalized benefits tailored to fit individual lifestyles.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working model

Technical practice networks

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in similar roles.
• Understanding of current geotechnical design codes and standards.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ground engineering projects from concept to operation.
• Provide analytical and strategic expertise for every project stage.

Skills

Geotechnical design knowledge

Leadership ability

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree (BSc or MSc) in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or related field

Job description

Overview

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. We invite you to bring bold ideas and big dreams to join our global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects with a positive impact worldwide.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We are a single global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Role

We are searching for Ground Engineering professionals to join our teams here at AECOM. Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of what’s possible? We’re seeking dynamic Geotechnical Engineers/Geologists of all levels to bring their technical expertise and an innovative mindset to our teams across the UK. Whether you come from a traditional geotechnical engineering background or have unconventional experience that adds fresh value, we’d love to hear from you.

What can we offer?

We work for leading United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I) and international clients and have a wide range of commissions across all sectors. Our Ground Engineering Practice covers all aspects of Ground Engineering serving a wide range of end markets including:

• Energy
• Rail
• Highways
• Water
• Development
• Defence
• Nuclear Sectors
• Ports & Marine

Successful candidates must have a proven track record in the delivery of ground engineering projects in the UK and be fully conversant with the technical standards that apply. We develop projects from concept through to operation, providing engineering and construction services for large-scale projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project.

Why Join AECOM?

Professional Growth: Accelerate your career with tailored development opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to work alongside some of the industry’s best professionals.

Flexibility: Whether you’re starting your journey in Ground Engineering, or are an experienced professional, we tailor roles to match your expertise, ensuring a perfect fit for both you and our projects.

Submit your CV, and we’ll consider your application for current and future opportunities.

Come grow with us. Here, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

Enjoy the Perks. At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related field.
• Progress towards Chartered status would be advantageous but is not a pre-requisite. The team can provide support in achieving chartered status.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design, but also open to exploring new methods and innovations.
• Proven leadership experience in similar roles, appropriate to your level, with an ability to inspire and lead teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.
• Clean driving licence

Who You Are

• You’re not just technically proficient—you’re passionate about pushing the field forward.
• You thrive on solving complex challenges and enjoy thinking outside the box to deliver sustainable and innovative solutions.
• You value teamwork, mentoring, and leadership, and you’re keen to help shape the future.
• While you’re familiar with established methodologies, you’re also eager to embrace new tools, technologies, and ways of thinking.

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm.

Work Location & Accessibility

Hybrid work model; flexible options to work from an AECOM office, remote location or client site.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We also provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the interview process. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.