Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Gloucestershire

WSP; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Gloucester. In this role, you'll support geotechnical projects for Gloucestershire County Council, leading investigations and managing client relationships while providing mentorship to junior staff. The ideal candidate should hold a civil engineering degree and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. A commitment to health and safety is essential.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Gymflex scheme

Development and training opportunities

Work-life balance support

Inclusivity and belonging initiatives

Qualifications

• A passion for projects making a real difference.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in developing geotechnical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects and conduct ground investigations.
• Writing and checking geotechnical reports.
• Support junior staff through training and mentoring.

Skills

Health and Safety standards

Client relationship management

Geotechnical solutions development

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Civil engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Your role

You will join our Geotechnical team in Gloucester, right at the start of WSPs long-term professional services contract for Gloucestershire County Council (GCC). Under this collaborative contract we are based in the client’s office, directly support our client’s officers and share a set of delivery objectives.

You will work within a team of established professionals with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of geotechnical conditions and projects across the county. You will be further supported by geotechnical colleagues from across WSP who provide additional resources and specialist expertise to deliver high quality services.

Gloucestershire's diverse geology and topography present an array of geotechnical challenges that require innovative engineering approaches. The 2025/26 financial year is an exciting time, with GCC providing considerable additional funding to the geotechnical programme in recognition of the frequency of geotechnical occurrences across the County.

Your role will involve a wide range of work and responsibilities, these will include:

• Involvement through all stages of geotechnical schemes
• Undertaking the technical lead role on a range of geotechnical-related projects.
• Development and procurement of ground investigations.
• Writing and checking of reports (monitoring memos, PSSR's, GIR's etc.).
• Undertaking and checking design and assessment calculations (piling, soil nailing, shallow foundations, earthworks etc.).
• Checking of CDM documentation.
• Supporting the project management of schemes.
• Maintaining and developing excellent Client relationships.
• Support the development of more junior staff through technical training and mentoring.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• A passion for working on projects that make a real difference to local communities.
• A mature approach to Health and Safety, promoting high standards and setting an example for the team, colleagues and clients. An excellent knowledge of the relevant legislation which you can use to drive compliance on your projects and among colleagues.
• Experience of working with clients to understand their needs, then developing pragmatic geotechnical solutions that provide value and longevity.
• A civil engineering degree or equivalent.
• Incorporated or Chartered status (or actively working towards this) with a professional institution.
• Evidence of being a confident communicator able to convey your point of view and keep stakeholders and colleagues informed.

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

About Us & What’s in it for you

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?

• Work-life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
• Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.