Overview
AECOM Birmingham, United Kingdom is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist to join our Ground Engineering team in Birmingham. We welcome candidates from a traditional geotechnical engineering/engineering geology background or with unconventional experience that adds value.
Responsibilities
* Delivery: Manage tasks and assist the team with the delivery of projects, ensuring technical quality and adherence to budget and programme.
* Provide Expertise: Contribute to team and client technical review meetings; own decisions and propose alternative ideas and concepts.
* Commercial: Maintain high levels of client satisfaction and respond to client requirements.
* Mentoring: Support personal and professional development and assist colleagues.
* The role involves applying geotechnical design from desk study/feasibility through to ground investigation, interpretation, and final design including preparation of specifications, interpretive reports, construction drawings and design reports.
Qualifications
* BEng / MEng in Civil Engineering, BSc / MSc in Geology, Engineering Geology, Earth Science or MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (desirable).
* Chartered Engineer (IEng/CEng) or Chartered Geologist (CGeol) is desirable but not required; support will be provided to achieve if pursued.
* Understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design; openness to new methods and innovations.
* Ability to collaborate in project delivery and maintain client satisfaction.
* Experience in authoring Geotechnical Desktop Studies, Coal Mining Risk Assessments, Geotechnical Specifications and Interpretative Geotechnical Reports.
* Knowledge of ground conditions interpretation and correlation methods for common geotechnical design problems.
* Experience in geotechnical design (earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, slope stabilization) with strong analytical skills and familiarity with geotechnical design software.
* Experience producing geotechnical analysis and design packages, including drawings, risk assessments, specifications and design reports.
* Good knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices; experience in design, specification and management of ground investigation.
* Awareness of CDM Regulations / Safety in Design in a design and ground investigation environment.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reports and documents.
* Clean driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services across the project lifecycle, with a focus on making a positive impact on communities and the environment. We offer hybrid working, career development opportunities, AECOM University, volunteering days, and a broad benefits program. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer.
Additional Information
Rhythms and details about application process and contact information, including reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, are available via the employer contact channel.
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