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WSP
Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Job summary
Stantec UK is expanding its Geo Division in London and seeks a Senior/Principal Geotechnical Consultant. The role focuses on geotechnical design within diverse projects impacting various sectors, involving a strong background in UK design practices. Candidates should have significant experience and a relevant degree, ready to contribute to innovative solutions.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in UK-based geotechnical design practices essential.
- Proven ability in writing geotechnical reports.
- Experience in earthworks project design and supervision is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Advise on scoping site investigations and producing geotechnical design reports.
- Design and specify geotechnical structures like foundations and earthworks.
- Work on diverse projects in sectors including renewables and aviation.
Skills
Education
Tools
Our geotechnical design team advises on scoping site investigations, interpretation of field data, production of geotechnical design reports, and construction phase support. Some of our forthcoming projects involve large-scale earthworks, including surcharging, ground improvements and interactions with our remediation team. We also develop pioneering systems and promote viable alternatives to the standard approaches, which include challenging brownfield sites.
Ideally, we are looking for someone who has worked in the field for several years and is ready to take that next step in their development.
About You:
We're looking for experienced geotechnical practitioners with a strong foundation in UK-based design practices. You'll bring a deep understanding of soil mechanics and soil/structure interaction, coupled with significant experience in geotechnical design, including creating Geotechnical Design Reports (GDR) and Earthworks Specifications (EWS) to CD622 and EC7 standards.
Your academic qualifications will include a BEng, BSc, or higher degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, and you'll be a Chartered Member of a relevant institution. Alternatively, you may hold a first degree in Geology with an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
You'll possess a thorough understanding of ground investigation techniques and have proven experience in specifying geotechnical testing, both in situ and laboratory, with the ability to interpret the results accurately. Your expertise will extend to the specification and design of a wide range of geotechnical structures, including foundations, earthworks, ground improvement, slopes, embankments, gravity structures, nails, anchors, and embedded walls. Experience in designing, supervising, and verifying earthworks projects is highly desirable.
You'll also be proficient in using industry-standard software tools such as Oasys Pile, Alp, PDisp, Adsec, ADC, Rocscience Slide, WALLAP, AutoCAD, and Excel. Experience with Plaxis 3D or other Finite Element (FE) software is a plus. Finally, you'll have a proven track record in writing clear and comprehensive interpretive geotechnical reports.
The employer for this position isHydrock Consultants Ltd, part oftheStantecof companies.
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As a global design leader with over 31,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighbourhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.
In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.
Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.
What We Offer:
- Inspiring and supportive colleagues
- Recognition for hard work and career progression
- Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
- Competitive starting salary
- Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
- Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity
Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.
We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of theprotected characteristics. We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application.The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group of companies.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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