Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist

WSP; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Leeds. This role involves managing projects, developing reports, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in geotechnical engineering and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in consultancy with good commercial awareness.
• Proven ability to deliver geotechnical projects at a high technical level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage geotechnical reports and projects.
• Lead and mentor team members in project delivery.
• Supervise ground investigations and construction activities.

Skills

Technical expertise in geotechnical engineering

Excellent report-writing skills

Client communication skills

Basic design skills

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist

Employer: WSP | Location: Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom | Salary: Competitive | Closing date: 16 May 2025

Sector: Engineering | Position/Level: Senior Management | Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description

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At WSP, you can find opportunities to grow and do meaningful work. Leverage our global reach to face new challenges and collaborate with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

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We are currently seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Leeds.

A little more about your role

• Develop professional and technically competent reports, liaising with specialists and clients, utilizing efficient practices to deliver industry-leading, value-added services.
• Manage and deliver projects effectively, including robust financial management.
• Assist in managing team resources and allocating project tasks appropriately.
• Lead, motivate, mentor, and develop professional staff.
• Support all aspects of project delivery, including client liaison, contractor and sub-consultant coordination, public and statutory consultations, quality control, and specialist management.
• Supervise ground investigations and construction activities on-site.
• Participate in profile raising and bidding activities within the Leeds team and UK-wide.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Technical expertise in geotechnical engineering with a strong understanding of core principles.
• Basic design skills for retaining walls, foundations, and slope stabilization solutions.
• Experience in consultancy, with good commercial awareness and client/contractor relationships.
• Proven ability to deliver geotechnical projects, including report preparation at a high technical level.
• Understanding of client needs and ability to influence contract specifications.
• Excellent report-writing and client communication skills.
• Experience in geotechnical desk studies, design, procurement, supervision of ground investigations, and report checking in accordance with Eurocode 7: Part 1.
• Knowledge of Eurocode 7, UK design codes, ground investigation, and construction contracts.
• Ability to utilize geotechnical software for designing foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, and slope stability.
• Skills to critically evaluate work by others, including drawings, calculations, and reports, with a proven track record.

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