
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Title: Geotechnical Engineer
Requisition ID: 10219
Geotechnical Engineer
Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.
Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration.
The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Geotechnical Engineer to join our Consulting Geotechnical Practice, preferably based in our International Design Hub (central Birmingham) although candidates based in Manchester or Cardiff will be considered.
The successful candidate will play an integral role within the geotechnical team responsible for delivering geotechnical projects across England and Wales. The team delivers a range of local, national, and international projects for clients including National Highways, Local Governments, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Defence, and Welsh Government.
Our geotechnical team works closely with our International Design Hub based multidisciplinary team encapsulating Highway Engineering, Bridge/Structural Engineering, Geo-Environmental Engineering, and Traffic Engineering/Transport Planning. Via this multidisciplinary team, and utilizing the businesses within the wider Amey Group such as Amey Transport Infrastructure, Amey Consulting are able to deliver projects from feasibility right through to post-construction close out. This unique ecosystem offers our clients a one-stop shop and offers our staff the opportunity to grow and develop in a knowledge-rich environment, with specialists who are eager to assist and mentor their development.
Our Key Clients Include
- National Highways Midlands and South West Regions
- National Highways Specialist Bridge Infrastructure Management
- Midlands Highways Alliance
- Staffordshire County Council
- Trafford Council
- Swindon Borough Council
- Sheffield City Council
- Ministry of Justice
- Ministry of Defence
- South Wales Trunk Road Agent
- North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent
- South East Wales Technical and Professional Services Framework
- Midlands Expressway Limited
The Amey Geotechnical Practice
Our Geotechnical Practice has a total of 70 geotechnical and Geo-Environmental practitioners, comprising experienced Geotechnical Engineers, Engineering Geologists, and Geo-Environmental Consultants, which play a pivotal role on all our major and minor civil/structural engineering schemes.
Our Core Geotechnical Consultancy Services Include The Following
- Desk Studies / Feasibility Assessments
- Ground Investigations – scoping, planning, procuring, supervising, and reporting
- Design of earthworks, rock slopes, reinforced soil, foundations, retaining structures, and ground improvement schemes
- Technical review and Geotechnical Risk Analysis
- Geotechnical Asset Management
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
See breakdownIt searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
In addition, the Geotechnical Practice provides input into Contract Documents and Health and Safety Documents for Tendering Construction Packages, while offering design support to multi-discipline site teams during construction works on all geotechnical elements.
The Role
Responsibilities
As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will provide effective support and assistance to the Senior Engineer and/or Principal Engineer on a variety of ground engineering schemes while taking the lead on specific project deliverables and mentoring junior engineers and technicians. Responsibilities include:
- Aiding in the production of technically sound engineering solutions.
- Taking ownership and leading specific project deliverables from start to finish.
- Preparation of designs, calculations, and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost, and programme.
- Liaising with Client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries.
- Contributing to the preparation of bids and general work-winning function.
- Playing an active role in the effective Health and Safety practices within the team.
What You Will Bring To Us
- Working towards Chartered or Incorporated status as defined by the Institution of Civil Engineers, Geological Society of London, or another relevant professional body.
- Developed experience and expertise within the geotechnical field, gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
- Obtained a solid working knowledge of technical reporting procedures, in accordance with National Highways standards including CD 622, and design production in accordance with EC7, the DMRB, and the MCHW.
- Takes ownership for the preparation of deliverables.
- Good working knowledge of relevant software and similar analytical tools (e.g., Wallap, SlopeW, etc.).
- Demonstrates good commercial awareness and understanding of CDM and risk assessment.
- Experience in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied.
- Demonstrates a good understanding of interface management, and ensures own deliverables align with deliverables produced by other disciplines.
What We Can Offer You
At Amey, we recognize that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits, and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.
Career Development


Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.
Work-life Balance
Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time, and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.
Wellbeing
- Health cash plan
- 24 GP, support, and assistance programmes
- Wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday
- Dental vouchers
EDI
At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another, and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, and Parents & Carers.
Social Value
You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.
Plus a range of other great perks and benefits including:
- Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
- Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving, and gym membership
- Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
Your Career at Amey Consulting
At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.
You’ll be stretched but always supported. We will recognize your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.
Application Guidance
Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments, or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location