Principal Geotechnical Engineer in London)

Penguin Recruitment; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 110.000 - 150.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical design for major infrastructure projects. You will manage design teams, review calculations and reports, and collaborate with clients throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a degree in civil/geotechnical engineering, extensive experience, and Chartered status is desirable. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential for client-facing delivery.

Qualificações

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in geotechnical engineering on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical expertise in geotechnical design, calculations and reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Lead geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, slopes and deep excavations.
• Manage and review geotechnical design calculations, assessments and technical reports.
• Interpret ground investigation data and develop ground models and design parameters.
• Oversee settlement, bearing capacity, slope stability and ground movement assessments.
• Provide technical leadership, design assurance and independent technical reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers to maintain technical excellence.

Conhecimentos

Geotechnical design

Project leadership

Client management

Technical reporting

Communication

Formação

Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Descrição da vaga

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

London, UK

Experience: 10+ years

We are currently looking for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer for an opportunity based in London.

The role will involve leading the delivery of geotechnical design for major infrastructure and civil engineering projects, providing technical leadership, managing design teams and supporting clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, slopes and deep excavations.
• Manage and review geotechnical design calculations, assessments and technical reports.
• Interpret ground investigation data and develop appropriate ground models and design parameters.
• Oversee settlement, bearing capacity, slope stability and ground movement assessments.
• Provide technical leadership, design assurance and independent technical reviews.
• Manage geotechnical risks and ensure designs comply with relevant standards, codes and project specifications.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Support project delivery, technical proposals, resource planning and client relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting technical excellence within the team.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in geotechnical engineering, particularly design consultancy and major infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical expertise in geotechnical design, calculations and reporting.
• Experience leading design teams and managing technical deliverables.
• Good knowledge of Eurocodes, relevant British Standards and geotechnical design software.
• Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (CEng, CGeol or equivalent) is desirable.
• Excellent communication, leadership and client-facing skills.