Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Fairhurst; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their Glasgow office. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead projects and mentor junior staff while working on diverse developments in road, rail, and more. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and a customer-focused approach, ensuring the delivery of cost-effective solutions. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in geotechnics. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a company dedicated to quality service and employee development.

Benefits

Training Opportunities

Reimbursement of Professional Fees

Contributory Pension

Personal Health Care Plan

Life Insurance

Interest-Free Travel Loan Scheme

Additional Leave Purchase

Staff Loyalty Bonus

Qualifications

• Chartered or near chartered candidates preferred with a degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in geotechnical engineering and client-facing roles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical workload and develop junior staff in the team.
• Prepare and review Ground Investigation and Geotechnical Design Reports.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Technical Report Writing

Contaminated Land Legislation

Value Engineering

Education

Degree in Earth Sciences

Degree in Geology

Degree in Civil Engineering

MSc in Geotechnics

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

RocScience (Slide, RocFall)

Oasys (pDisp, Xdisp)

gINT

PLAXIS

Wallap

Job description

Due to continued team growth we are looking to recruit a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in our Glasgow Office. The successful candidate will hold a key and permanent position in the team and be responsible for continued development of more junior staff and help manage geotechnical and geo-environmental workload across the south.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate(s) should have robust technical abilities and a strong sense of customer service.

The candidate would preferably have experience in a range of sectors, including road and rail, industrial, residential, commercial and leisure developments, providing robust, technically sound and cost-effective solutions to Clients throughout.

The role presents an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to expand their skill set in project management and development of junior staff, and ability to deliver and work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including structural, civil and transportation. The successful candidate will have experience in client-facing roles and develop good working relationships with other professionals within the wider project teams with an enthusiasm towards business development and marketing.

The successful candidate would be expected to have the following abilities and performance expectations:

• Experience in undertaking, scoping and reviewing Intrusive Ground investigations including understanding of currently available ground investigation, sampling and laboratory analysis techniques;
• An understanding of contaminated land legislation and planning regime, with the support of geo-environmental specialist staff;
• Interpretative report writing and reviewing including a comprehensive understanding of ground models, geotechnical engineering properties and soil behaviours;
• Prepare and review competent Ground Investigation Reports and Geotechnical Design Reports;
• An understanding in the assessment and detailed design of:
  • Temporary works e.g., crane bases, working platforms
  • Slope stability
  • Foundations (Shallow and deep)
  • Earthworks Specification
  • Reinforced Earthworks
  • Retaining Structures
  • Soil & Rock engineering
  • Ground improvement
  • Ground movement and settlement/subsidence
  • Mineral workings and natural cavities
  • Basement engineering
• Experience in considering construction techniques and constraints and value engineering appraisals;
• Ability to provide technically sound and commercially focused proposals and reports based on a clear understanding of clients' requirements;

Candidates would be expected to be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite. A working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, RocScience (Slide, RocFall), Oasys (pDisp, Xdisp), gINT, PLAXIS and Wallap software is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

A good degree in Earth Sciences, Geology or Civil Engineering is required. An MSc in Geotechnics or Engineering Geology or a related subject would be beneficial but is not essential. Candidates are expected to be chartered/near chartered.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

The current permanent employment opportunity offers a competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package for permanent staff which includes training opportunities, reimbursement of professional fees, contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance, interest-free travel loan scheme, additional leave purchase and buy-back scheme, staff loyalty bonus.

ETHOS

We aim to be the number one team and company of choice for our clients, who seek integrated and high-quality services.

As an employer, we are motivated to support and develop our staff and to provide an environment where people can flourish and reach their full potential. We are committed to taking equity, inclusion and diversity seriously and support and encourage staff from all backgrounds, genders, age, LGBTQ+, race, faith and cultures. We offer a range of inclusive policies, including hybrid working arrangements and family-friendly flexibility and support.

To apply for this position, send your CV to [e-mail] stating the position and the office for which you are applying.