Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Navartis; Richmond; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead design efforts on major infrastructure projects in Richmond. The ideal candidate has over 10 years’ experience, a relevant degree, and strong expertise in geotechnical design. This role involves managing project teams, ensuring compliance, and fostering client relationships while mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of design experience in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with structures like bridges and tunnels.
• Chartered membership in a relevant professional body.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis for major infrastructure projects.
• Manage project teams ensuring deliverables on time and within budget.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams for compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Design experience

Technical compliance

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Geotechnical design

Knowledge of Eurocode

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Tools

AutoCAD

Geotechnical design software

MS Office

Job description

Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Richmond

Client:

Navartis

Location:

Richmond

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

660b0f7c0503

Job Views:

57

Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis for major infrastructure projects.
• Develop conceptual designs and produce engineering designs, drawings, and reports in accordance with project requirements ensuring technical compliance.
• Provide technical oversight and approval for complex solutions.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Manage project teams, ensuring deliverables are on time and within budget.
• Build strong client relationships and secure new business opportunities.
• Guide and mentor senior engineers, providing technical and managerial support.
• Oversee financial management and profitability of projects.
• Represent the company in industry events and technical publications.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 10+ years of design experience in a relevant discipline with a successful track record of leading and delivering high-profile projects.
• Degree qualified in a relevant subject.
• Experience with structures such as bridges, tunnels, stations, and buildings, using materials like concrete, steel, timber, masonry.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, geotechnical design software, and MS Office.
• Rail experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Relevant design experience includes earthwork design, slope stability, foundation design, pile design, soil nailing, ground anchors, gravity, and embedded retaining wall design.
• Knowledge of Eurocode and CDM regulations.
• Chartered membership in a relevant professional body.

If you are interested in this role and possess the drive, ambition, and relevant skills, please get in touch to learn more.

Navartis Ltd is a specialist recruitment company supplying highly skilled technical and management professionals within the global Transportation, Civil Engineering & Utility industries. If you are seeking a new position, our recruitment team can find an opportunity to suit your needs.

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom