Senior Geotechnical Engineer

London, United Kingdom

• Category: Geotechnical Engineering

Description

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Salary: £45,000 – £55,000

The Opportunity

We are currently working with a well-established, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in London that is looking to appoint a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing geotechnical design team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional to take a leading role in the delivery of design-led projects across the commercial, residential, infrastructure and mixed-use development sectors. The successful candidate will work within an integrated engineering environment, collaborating closely with civil and structural teams to deliver practical, technically robust and commercially viable solutions.

The role will suit a technically strong engineer with experience in UK geotechnical design, who is confident managing projects, liaising with clients and providing technical guidance to junior members of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of geotechnical design packages from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

Undertake geotechnical assessments and design for foundations, piled foundations, retaining walls, basements, excavations and earthworks.

Interpret ground investigation data and develop appropriate ground models to inform design decisions.

Carry out geotechnical calculations, including settlement assessments, bearing capacity, earth pressures, ground stability and ground movement analysis.

Prepare and review technical reports, design calculations, specifications and other project deliverables.

Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams, including civil, structural and infrastructure engineers.

Provide technical input on complex sites, particularly constrained urban developments and projects involving deep excavations or existing structures.

Manage project deliverables, technical programmes and client requirements to ensure projects are completed to a high standard.

Support construction-stage activities, including responding to technical queries and reviewing design changes.

Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continued development of the geotechnical team.

Requirements

A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.

Significant experience in geotechnical engineering design within a UK consultancy environment.

Strong technical knowledge of foundation design, retaining structures, excavations and ground engineering.

Experience working with relevant UK standards, including Eurocode 7.

Proficiency in geotechnical design software such as PLAXIS, GEO5, OASYS or WALLAP.

Excellent report-writing, communication and technical problem-solving skills.

Experience coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.

Chartered status with ICE or a relevant professional institution, or demonstrable progress towards chartership, would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

The opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects across London and the wider UK.

A collaborative, multidisciplinary working environment.

Exposure to complex design-led developments and major infrastructure schemes.

Opportunities for technical leadership, mentoring and career progression.

A competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

If you are an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a progressive consultancy environment, we would be keen to hear from you.

Company

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Penguin Recruitment

Penguin offers a professional recruitment service delivered with a friendly, positive personality. We are experienced at sourcing candidates at all levels of seniority throughout our specialist markets.

Penguin Recruitment Consultants are selected for their advanced communication skills paired with a genuine energy and can-do attitude to ensure candidates and clients alike receive a thorough, enthusiastic and quality recruitment experience.

Penguin Recruitment Ltd operates as both an Employment Business and an Employment Agency meaning we are able to provide both temporary and permanent staff. Penguin Recruitment is a member of REC (The Recruitment and Employment Confederation).