Job Description
Your new companyYour new company is an established multidisciplinary consultancy, delivering engineering and environmental services throughout the UK, to an impressive and diverse range of clients. Founded in 2008, they are well on track to hit commercial and engineering targets over the next 5 years. Currently operating out of 5 offices, yours located in South Manchester, they continue to grow, aiming to double turnover to £8m by 2030.Your new roleTo support the continued expansion of the Ground Engineering team, a Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer is required. You will work closely with engineers and technicians, taking responsibility for the design, project and commercial management, and delivery of a diverse range of projects across the infrastructure (highways/bridges), industrial, energy, waste, education, residential, health and rail sectors.What you'll need to succeed
* Relevant degree in geology/geotechnical or civil engineering, or similar, MSc/MEng in Geotechnical Engineering desirable, Chartered Professional CGeol/CEng desirable
* Broad and in depth ground investigation experience gained from working in either a contracting or consultancy background
* Proven experience acting in a senior/principal engineer role with experience of responsibility
* Proven experience in geotechnical design of foundations, retaining structures, temporary works, slope stability analysis and preferable the design of soil nailing and anchoring systems.
* Post-graduate experience in most aspects of projects, together with examples of applying standards and technical knowledge in projects
* Good communication skills
* Experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to ground investigation specialism markets, including relationships with clients, work planning and commercial management
* Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate deliverables
* Team player, self-starter and problem-solver with a mature approach and ability to work as part of a larger operations team
* Client-focused approach with good interpersonal and communication skills
* Full UK driving licence
What you'll get in return
* In return, you will receive a competitive remuneration package in the £55,000 - £70,000 range, depending on level of experience.
* Private Medical Care
* Company share options
* A happy, sociable and flexible working environment
* 25 days leave +BHs (increasing to 30 with length of service)
* Excellent career prospects and an opportunity to take leadership where you may currently be held back
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