Overview
Principal Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist roles at WSP. We are looking for experienced professionals to join our geotechnical teams in the UK. Roles can be full-time or part-time and are based across our UK offices.
What you’ll do
* The development of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients across a wide range of sectors, using efficient working practices to provide industry-leading, best-value services.
* Effectively managing and delivering project work with robust project financial management.
* Assisting in the management of team resources and allocation of appropriate project resources.
* Managing, motivating, mentoring and developing professional staff.
* Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison, contractors and sub consultants, public and statutory body consultation, quality control and management of specialists.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
* Technical expertise in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology with a demonstrable understanding of the underlying principles of either discipline.
* Consultancy experience with demonstrably good commercial awareness and relationships with clients and contractors.
* Chartered professional qualification and significant post-qualification experience.
* Experience in the delivery of geotechnical, engineering geology and other ground engineering projects, including preparing reports to a high technical level.
* An understanding of client requirements and the ability to influence contract specifications.
* Experience of being part of or leading delivery teams that are effective in delivering short to medium term projects from inception to construction.
* Excellent report-writing and client liaison skills.
* Proven experience in undertaking and managing desk studies; designing, procuring and supervising ground investigations; checking Ground Investigation Reports and Geotechnical Design Reports in accordance with Eurocode 7: Part 1.
* Working knowledge of Eurocode 7 and UK design codes, ground investigation and construction contracts and specifications.
* Familiarity with geotechnical software for design of civil engineering projects including deep and shallow foundations, pile group analysis, retaining walls, earthworks and slope stability.
* The ability to check and critically evaluate the work of others, with a proven track record of doing so.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
About us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion.
What’s in it for you
* Work-life balance. Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home and in modern offices across the UK.
* Inclusivity and belonging. We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences and celebrate integrity and respect within a culture of inclusion.
* Health and wellbeing. We support your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including access to a Virtual GP service and workplace adjustments where needed.
* Flex your time. We offer options such as part-time and flexible working arrangements, the ability to purchase additional leave, and using bank holidays to suit you.
* Your development. We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership support.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Professional Services
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