Overview
This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald. Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture between JN Bentley and Mott MacDonald. The role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture, with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues. Mott MacDonald Bentley offers integrated design and build services across projects in the water and wastewater sector. The organisation is committed to safety, inclusion, and development opportunities, and provides work on projects that benefit communities, including securing water supplies and protecting properties from flood risk.
Responsibilities
* Undertake geotechnical desk studies, design ground investigations, compile ground investigation tender documentation, and provide contract administration.
* Support in the technical supervision of ground investigation fieldworks and liaison with ground investigation contractors.
* Interpret and verify ground investigation data, develop geotechnical design parameters, and clearly present ground risks.
* Produce ground investigation reports and geotechnical design reports in accordance with EC7.
* Liaise with design and construction team members to develop best-value engineering designs and clearly communicate project ground risks and mitigations.
* Undertake geotechnical analyses and design, produce calculation packages, and contribute to works specifications and drawings for construction.
* Apply and contribute to design standards with knowledge of client and industry standards.
* Challenge client specifications when appropriate and defend solutions to complex problems.
* Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes, including standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools.
* Act as technical checker on project documents and undertake technical reviews across teams.
* Supervise and mentor Graduates and Engineers to develop their knowledge and skills.
* Undertake site reviews to ensure buildability and integration with existing systems.
What you’ll need
* Degree in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology (MEng/MSc).
* Working towards or have achieved Chartership through a relevant Institution (ICE/IOM3/GeolSoc).
* Strong engineering geology and geotechnical design competencies, ideally in the water/wastewater sector.
* Experience in the field of ground engineering in the UK, with a full understanding of the geotechnical lifecycle of construction projects.
* Experience undertaking project desk studies, identifying key ground risks, planning and supervising ground investigations, developing ground models, undertaking ground interpretation, and delivering elements of geotechnical design.
* A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.
What we can offer
* A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Pension matched by employer up to 7%.
* Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave.
* Life assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Health Screening options.
* 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave / Shared parental leave.
* Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
* Gym membership discounts UK wide.
* Cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loans, and discounted dining cards.
Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision follows government changes in April 2024. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or in the future.
Location: Exeter. Internal applications are welcome. Recruiter contact: Lauren.hutchinson@jnbentley.co.uk
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