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Royal HaskoningDHV

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Job summary

An independent international engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their dynamic Maritime Team. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that enhance society through sustainable development. You will be responsible for geotechnical design, project management, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The company promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive environment for professional growth and development. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and fosters innovation in the engineering sector.

Benefits

Flexible working models
Career development opportunities
Support for chartership level

Qualifications

  • Practical geotechnical design experience is essential.
  • Preparation and supervision of ground investigations required.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake geotechnical design and study work on projects.
  • Lead project teams on consulting assignments and manage budgets.

Skills

Geotechnical Design
Project Management
Technical Writing
Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical Modeling Software
Openground
Plaxis

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About Royal HaskoningDHV:

Royal HaskoningDHV has been connecting people for 140 years. Together, through our expertise and passion, we have helped contribute to a better society and improved people’s lives with work underpinned by our sustainable values and goals. We are an independent international engineering and project management consultancy leading the way in sustainable development and innovation.

About Royal HaskoningDHV:

Royal HaskoningDHV has been connecting people for 140 years. Together, through our expertise and passion, we have helped contribute to a better society and improved people’s lives with work underpinned by our sustainable values and goals. We are an independent international engineering and project management consultancy leading the way in sustainable development and innovation.

Royal HaskoningDHV is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve.

A little background on our Maritime Team:

You’ll be part of the Geotechnical Team led by our Associate Director. The Geotechnical team is part of the Maritime UK Advisory Group, in 5 of our UK offices. The Geotechnical Team works with all the other business lines, however, primarily works in the Maritime Sector.

Our Maritime team are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design, and development. We are multi-disciplinary experts that work on international projects to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical and operational advice and created master plans across the five continents for a wide range of port projects.

Across the globe, Royal HaskoningDHV has 6,000 colleagues in 75 offices in more than 30 countries.

The role:

As a Principal Geotechnical Engineer, you’ll be immersed in a variety of responsibilities.

  • Technical
    • Undertake geotechnical design and study work on projects.
    • Write reports, specifications, and prepare drawings.
    • Operate and maintain geotechnical modeling software.
    • Assist with site investigation program design and supervision.
    • Ensure compliant delivery of services internally and externally.
    • Identify and solve geotechnical challenges.
    • Check own work and work of others according to quality management standards.
  • Leadership & Management
    • Work with geotechnical team to optimise resource use and ensure integrated approach to studies.
    • Lead project teams on consulting assignments, including project management, budgeting, and quality control.
    • Manage geotechnical projects involving various engineering disciplines and investigations.
    • Mentor and train staff as needed.
    • Organize and direct junior staff or technicians.
    • Collaborate with specialists from other disciplines and RHDHV offices to build relationships within the company.
    • Align project work with client needs.
    • Develop and enhance technical capabilities of the geotechnical team.
    • Contribute to strategic planning and business development of the geotechnical department.
  • Networking
    • Liaise with clients internally and externally to provide geotechnical support and advice. This includes responding to and writing expressions of interest, proposals, and other bids.
    • Build and maintain client relationships with new and key clients to develop new business opportunities.
    • Promote the company's work through technical publications, conference participation, and presentations.
We require an enthusiastic, optimistic, conscientious, and talented person with good communication skills and technical ability. The candidate must be able to work in a team and, at times, independently. The role will require close working with members of the various similar teams across the UK as well as with staff across other Business Lines. They must contribute proactively to ensure consulting services are consistently delivered to the highest standards, meeting and exceeding clients’ needs.

What we are looking for:

  • BSc in Civil Engineering with a specialism in geotechnical engineering
  • Practical geotechnical design experience
  • Preparation and supervision of ground investigations
  • Proficient in geotechnical design software (such as Openground, Plaxis etc)
  • In-depth knowledge of the sector
  • Experience of geotechnical consultancy

What we can offer you:

Ambitious. Exciting. Lively. Collaborative. Dynamic. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to Enhancing Society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us!

You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path. We have flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life, including part time options. Alongside this we also fully sport successful applicants to a chartership level.

Locations:

Brighton, Liverpool, London, Newcastle, and Peterborough.

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    Mid-Senior level
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  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
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    Design, Consulting, and Engineering
  • Industries
    Civil Engineering, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Construction

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