Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Balfour Beatty plc; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their Power T&D team. This role involves leading geotechnical design delivery for overhead line projects, ensuring compliance and safety, while mentoring team members and collaborating with various stakeholders. The position offers flexible working options and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Share plans

Qualifications

• Post-graduate experience in civil engineering with design and management experience.
• Experience supervising sub-consultants/subcontractors.
• Familiar with Eurocodes and British standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a section of the Geotechnical and OHL foundation design team.
• Coordinate foundation and geotechnical designs from feasibility to detailed design.
• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of designs, reports, calculations, and drawings.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Chartered status (ICE or IStruct)

Tools

Tekla Tedds

CAD

Word

Excel

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty is currently seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their Power T&D team.

Background: Experience does not have to be within the High Voltage Power industry, as the delivery of construction design management is transferable. Our stakeholders, clients, and engineering teams value strong leadership and a commitment to project goals.

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, passionate individual with a strong background in Geotechnical Engineering.

Role purpose

To be responsible for the design delivery and suitability across Power T&D construction projects, focusing on Overhead Line (OHL) foundations and geotechnical delivery. Work with project teams, designers, and subcontractors to deliver safe, compliant, and effective scope of works. Provide advice on constructability, sequencing, and geotechnical support across workstreams. Engage in bid development, tendering, and innovation projects with the Team Lead and Design Delivery Manager.

Additional details

• Flexible working options, including part-time and job-sharing.
• Competitive benefits package including generous leave, pension, share plans, and more.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a section of the Geotechnical and OHL foundation design team.
• Coordinate foundation and geotechnical designs from feasibility to detailed design and installation.
• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of designs, reports, calculations, and drawings in compliance with standards.
• Understand and incorporate client requirements, contributing to pricing and design solutions.
• Assess and identify design and temporary works requirements, driving a Safety by Design approach.
• Lead civil project designs, including reinforced concrete, ground risk assessments, and slope stability.
• Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., CDM regulations).
• Review technical quality and provide design approval.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support tender processes.
• Mentor team members, promote good engineering practices, and support software and process improvements.

Candidate profile

Skills and qualifications:

• Degree in civil or geotechnical engineering; Chartered status preferred (ICE or IStruct).
• Post-graduate experience in civil engineering, with proven design and management experience.
• Experience supervising sub-consultants/subcontractors.
• Proficient in geotechnical design, Tekla Tedds, and familiar with Eurocodes and British standards.
• IT skills: Word, Excel, CAD.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing infrastructure that supports communities and economies. We offer flexible working, generous leave, pension schemes, and other benefits to support a healthy work-life balance.

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Power T&D teams work on a broad spectrum of electricity infrastructure projects, from design to maintenance, with a focus on innovation and expertise.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel and individuals with disabilities. For more info, visit our diversity page.