Geotechnical Engineer - Construction Projects (Req/681292) Liverpool, England
Salary: GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000 per annum + Company Car or Car Allowance
Geotechnical Engineer
North West based construction projects - Liverpool, Manchester, Wirral, Wigan. Excellent contractual benefits and career prospects. Permanent.
As our client's new geotechnical engineer, you will be responsible for the study and review of the natural environment before construction projects. This includes reviewing surrounding minerals and materials and helping to design projects based on findings.
Responsibilities
* Gathering and analysing data
* Assessing the risk of geological hazards and ensuring any factors affecting engineering works are identified and managed
* Advising on procedures required and the suitability of construction materials
* Using specialist computer software to create analytical 2D and 3D models
* Consulting geological maps and aerial photographs to advise on site selection
* Assisting with the design of built structures, using specialised computer software or calculations
* Planning detailed field investigations by drilling and analysing samples of deposits or bedrock
* Supervising ground investigations and budgets
* Advising on and testing a range of construction materials including sand, gravel, bricks and clay
* Making recommendations on the proposed use of a site
* Managing staff, including other engineering geologists, geotechnical engineers, consultants and contractors
* Working to preserve and protect the physical environment
* Analysing sites and designs for environmentally sensitive developments, such as landfill
Qualifications and Experience
* 2-5 years experience in a similar role
* Degree educated in a relevant subject, such as Geological engineering, Geology, Geotechnology, Geophysics, Mineral or mining engineering
Benefits
* 24 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
* Monday to Friday 7am start (if required on site)
* Attractive pension contributions
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