Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

WSP USA; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Flexible working arrangements

Thrive wellbeing program

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Local Government team in Gloucester, delivering geotechnical, highways, bridges and infrastructure schemes across Gloucestershire with practical assessment and risk management.

You will lead design, investigations and reporting, provide technical guidance to staff, and maintain strong client relationships under GCC contract. Our hybrid policy supports two days in the office and flexible working across the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional recognition
• Experience with Designers Duties under CDM regulations
• Experience in developing pragmatic geotechnical solutions for clients
• Strong communication skills to convey viewpoints to stakeholders
• Mentor junior staff through technical training and guidance

Responsibilities

• Involvement through all stages of geotechnical schemes from early advice through to design and asset management
• Undertaking the technical lead role on geotechnical-related projects
• Development and procurement of ground investigations
• Writing and checking reports (monitoring memos, desk studies, ground investigation reports)
• Undertaking and checking design and assessment calculations (piling, soil nailing, foundations, earthworks)
• Checking of CDM documentation
• Supporting project management of schemes
• Maintaining and developing Client relationships
• Supporting development of junior staff through training and mentoring

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Chartered Engineer

Job description

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.

A little more about your role...

We have a new opportunity for a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Local Government team working on the Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) professional services contract. Based in central Gloucester, you will help deliver a growing programme of geotechnical, highways, bridges and infrastructure schemes across the county, with a focus on practical assessment, design and risk management.

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 varied geology, topography and highway network create recurring geotechnical challenges including slopes, embankments, retaining structures, landslips and resilience issues. The 2026/27 financial year is an important period, with GCC providing additional funding to the geotechnical programme in response to the frequency and impact 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, from early advice and investigation planning through to design, construction support and asset management.

• 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, desk studies, ground investigation reports 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 degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience.

• Chartered Engineer through a relevant professional institute.

• Experience of complying with Designers Duties under CDM regulations.

• Experience of working with clients to understand their needs and develop pragmatic geotechnical solutions that provide value, durability and proportionate risk management.

• Evidence of being a confident communicator able to convey your point of view and keep stakeholders and colleagues informed.

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 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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 a 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.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

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.