Senior Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical engineering company in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate on a variety of site investigation projects and provide expert geotechnical assessments, using your extensive experience and expertise to contribute to the ongoing success of the office.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Project Allowances

Contributed Pension Scheme

25 Days Holidays plus Healthcare Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to work Scheme

Paid Subscriptions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years demonstrable experience in geotechnical site investigation.
• Proficiency in providing well-written technical reports.
• Passionate about staying up-to-date with industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on ground investigation projects.
• Provide comprehensive geotechnical assessments.
• Contribute to the office's growth and success.

Skills

Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software

Excellent communication skills

Project management experience

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Education

Degree in a relevant subject with a master's degree

Chartered geologist or working towards chartership

Tools

PLAXIS

Job description

Job Description

About the Company

Our client is amongst the UK’s leading geotechnical engineering and geoenvironmental professionals, supporting a wide range of projects from major international developments and infrastructure schemes to local residential initiatives across the UK. Our clients services include:

• Site and ground investigation
• Contaminated land evaluation and remediation
• Soil, rock, water sampling and in-house UKAS accredited testing
• Geotechnical consulting

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer required for a thriving company, based in the vibrant city of Cambridge. In this permanent role, you'll be a key player in the geotechnical engineering division, working on a diverse range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England, and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a talented team of engineers on ground investigation projects
• Utilize your strong technical skills to provide comprehensive geotechnical assessments
• Contribute to the growth and success of our clients Cambridge office

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject, with a master's degree
• Chartered geologist or working towards chartership
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrable experience in geotechnical site investigation

Required Skills

• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software, such as PLAXIS
• Extensive experience in conducting routine geotechnical assessments, including foundation recommendations, ground improvement and earthworks methods, slope stability, and settlement modeling
• Excellent communication skills and a proven track record of collaborating with colleagues and supervising junior engineers
• Ability to provide well-written technical reports and advice on geotechnical engineering aspects
• Passion for staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices

Skills

• Experience in project management
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive Salary
• Project Allowances
• Contributed Pension Scheme
• 25 Days Holidays plus Healthcare Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Paid Subscriptions
• And much more

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a fair, equal and inclusive workplace for all. Equality and matters, and they are keen to promote these values across all areas of the business.