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Senior geotechnical engineer - york

York (North Yorkshire)
Permanent
Zodiac Recruitment
Geotechnical engineer
Posted: 6 August
Offer description

Salary £30 - £50k Vacancy type Permanent Categories Geotechnical Engineering Job reference CAS0011

Role: Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Salary: £35 - £50k (Depending on experience)

Location: York

Ref: CAS0011

Job Purpose

1. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for engineering projects.
2. You will guide project teams, liaise with clients, and ensure the successful delivery of engineering projects on time and on budget.
3. This role involves building strong client relationships and driving business development and innovation.

Roles & Responsibilities

4. Lead the design, planning and execution of major infrastructure projects.
5. Development of conceptual designs, production of engineering designs, drawings, and reports per project requirements, and ensuring technical compliance.
6. Provide technical oversight and approval for complex solutions.
7. Oversee multidisciplinary teams and ensure project compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
8. Manage project teams, ensuring deliverables are on time and within budget
9. Build strong client relationships and secure new business opportunities.
10. Guide and mentor senior engineers, providing technical and managerial support.
11. Oversee the financial management and profitability of projects
12. Contribute to business development and secure new projects through client engagement and proposal writing.
13. Attend meetings representing the team and the company in industry events and technical publications.

Person Specification

Education

14. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ICE or IStructE accredited course
15. Chartered Engineer with ICE or related professional body,
16. Proven track record acting as a Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE)

Skills

17. Exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and client development skills.
18. Strong business acumen with a focus on project profitability and delivery.
19. Ability to manage complex projects and large multidisciplinary teams.
20. Exceptional client management and negotiation skills.
Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and clients to ensure successful project execution.

Experience

Preferably, 8+ years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering with a successful track record of leading and delivering high-profile projects.

Personal Attributes

21. Aptitude to work on your own initiative, be proactive and take responsibility.
22. The initiative, a flexible approach, and the ability to multitask and prioritise.
23. Highly motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
24. Enthusiastic, hardworking and a positive outlook and approachable manner
25. Good communication and teamwork abilities.
26. Willingness to learn and adapt
27. Operate in a fast-paced and dynamic multi-tasking environment.

Additional Responsibilities

28. A full clean driving license would be an advantage
29. Sentinel Track Safety – PTS holder
30. Familiar with NEC4 suite of contracts
31. Due to the nature of this role, site work, overnight or weekend work may be required.

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