Are you interested in finding a healthy and flexible work-life balance in a social, supportive work environment? Are you motivated by being exposed to a range of large projects including tunnels, underground structures, bridges, rail and much more with large international companies on high-profile projects? Are you looking to progress within your career through receiving professional training with appropriate funding and mentorship, along with a guaranteed career progression route?
Then look no further as my well-established client is looking out for a skilled Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer, with a degree in Civil Engineering and relevant UK experience of minimum 4+ years' within underground structures, groundworks tunnelling, and transportation design.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Job Responsibilities:
* Overseeing all aspects of tunnelling and underground structure projects from conception to completion, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
* Providing technical expertise and guidance to engineering teams, reviewing designs and analyses, and ensuring that projects meet industry standards, codes, and regulations.
* Leading the development of innovative and cost-effective designs for tunnels, underground structures, retaining walls, foundations, and associated infrastructure, considering factors such as geotechnical conditions, structural integrity, and construction methods.
* Identifying potential risks and challenges associated with tunnelling and underground construction projects, and developing strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and expectations, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget while meeting or exceeding client requirements.
* Mentoring and coaching junior engineers, providing guidance on technical matters, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, and promoting professional development within the team.
* Overseeing contract negotiations, preparing bid documents, and managing contractor selection processes for tunneling and underground construction projects.
Company details:
This company is a dynamic, rapidly growing and well-established civil and geotechnical multidisciplinary consulting engineering practice who are devoted to delivering creative and specialist solutions to a wide variety of projects across the globe, with a good attitude and to a high standard of quality. This company ensures the well-being of employee’s is prioritised with a wide range of competitive, one of a kind benefit packages.
To work for this company is not your typical job – it is to be part of something bigger and to contribute something of value to the world, whilst also being trained up and supported in your own career progression with regular training & encouragement from a friendly team, who prioritise the well-being of their employees through their benefits, listed below.
Salary and benefits:
* Hybrid working
* Flexible hours
* Private healthcare
* Sabbatical leave after specific period of service
* Excellent Chartership programme and funding
* Guaranteed career progression and structure
* Open, modern, sociable and friendly office
* Remote working after specific period of service
And much more!
Successful candidate specifications:
To be a successful candidate for the position of Principal Civil Engineer specializing in tunnelling and underground structures, you'll typically need a combination of education, experience, technical skills, and personal qualities. Here are the requirements:
* A bachelor's degree or masters’ degree in Civil Engineering or a related field .
* 4+ years’ experience in groundworks, geotechnical assessments, tunnelling and underground construction and design projects is essential. Successful candidate should have a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from conception to completion, preferably with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.
* Proficiency in engineering software commonly used in geotechnical analysis, tunnelling and underground construction, such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, STAAD.Pro, Plaxis, etc.
* In-depth knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, structural design, and construction methods specific to underground environments is also necessary.
* Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and execute projects effectively while managing resources, budgets, and schedules.
* Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
* A solid understanding of relevant UK laws, regulations, and industry standards governing tunneling and underground construction projects, as well as experience obtaining permits and approvals from regulatory authorities.
* Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, understand their needs and expectations.
* Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
If you happen to know anyone that might be interested, or if you’re currently looking for a role and like the sound of it, please do let me know through sending your updated CV and portfolio of work to this email;
bmcculloch@rgb.co.uk.