Closing Date Friday 2nd January 2026 at 12:00
FK Lowry Ltd (part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group) is now recruiting for a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer
Company: FK Lowry Ltd
Job Type: Full‑time – Permanent
Location: Flexible
Company Overview
FK Lowry Ltd is part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group providing specialist piling solutions across Ireland and the UK. Established over 35 years ago and a member of the Federation of Piling Specialists, the range of disciplines offered primarily include the design and installation of bored CFA and rotary bored piling, contiguous and secant piled retaining walls, and driven precast & steel piling.
Role Overview
We have a requirement for a Geotechnical Designer at Senior or Intermediate level to work within our existing estimating team. While our head office is based in Belfast, FK Lowry works throughout the UK and Ireland, so the work location is flexible.
Your role will be to advise on geotechnical design requirements at tender stage for all aspects of bored and driven piling work, and to prepare detailed design submissions to current Eurocode requirements at contract award. Experience of bored piled retaining wall design is also required for the senior role.
The preferred candidate will also be willing to develop pile designs and prepare tender estimates for submissions to the Client.
The candidate may occasionally be required to travel within the UK or Ireland to attend meetings if required.
What you'll do
* Take responsibility for all aspects of detailed Geotechnical pile design at both tender and contract award stages.
* Work closely and constructively with the Technical Director at tender stage to provide design support as required.
* After contract award, prepare detailed pile design submissions for issue to external clients and address technical queries and comments as needed.
* Provide support and guidance to Contracts staff to ensure effective and efficient delivery of contracts in line with design requirements.
* Work with the Technical Director to develop the tender design and prepare tender estimates using internal company software for submission to clients.
* Build a key relationship with the Business Development Manager to continue to build the professional image of the company to all external bodies.
* Prepare tender estimates for submission to the client.
What you'll bring
Essential:
* Third‑level qualification in Engineering, BSc or equivalent.
* Min 5 years’ experience of Geotechnical design.
* Primary experience in all aspects of pile design, including bored piled retaining walls.
* Proficiency in key proprietary computer software packages such as the Oasys suite.
* Ability to produce quality design submissions and to self‑check and produce accurate work.
* Strong communication skills at all levels.
Desirable:
* Chartered Civil Engineer.
* Willingness to assist with the estimating process and issues of priced tender submissions.
* Full valid driving licence.
How we'll reward you
In return, we offer a competitive salary plus a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities.
Our core benefits include:
* Private Medical Cover
* Life Assurance
* Health Cash Plans
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Membership of relevant institutions & professional bodies
* Gym Membership
Your application
At Lagan Specialist Contracting, we want everyone to feel welcome. That’s why we want you to know that we’ll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. If you need adjustments or support, let us know – we’ll do whatever we can to help.
We wish you every success in your application.
The closing date for completed applications is Friday 2nd January 2026 at 12:00.
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