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Geotechnical Engineers UK - Expression of Interest
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Geotechnical Engineers UK - Expression of Interest
Geotechnical Engineers & Engineering Geologists – Join WSP!
At WSP, you can use your expertise to drive impactful work that shapes communities and contributes to landmark projects. Connect with talented professionals and grow in a challenging, collaborative environment.
To learn more about our Geotechnical business, visit WSP Geotechnical Services.
Why Join Us?
We’re looking for Geotechnical Engineers & Engineering Geologists across the UK, offering roles on a full-time or part-time basis.
About Your Role
Your work will include:
- Producing professional, technically sound reports and liaising with specialists and clients
- Creating ground models and design parameters
- Analysing slopes, walls, foundations, and geotechnical structures
- Supporting client liaison, project co-ordination, and inter-disciplinary collaboration
- Driving sustainability initiatives and enhancing 3D data utilisation in project delivery
- Conducting site-based work, including supervising ground investigations and construction
- Utilising WSP’s geotechnical training framework to develop skills—both your own and your colleagues’
- For experienced professionals, taking leadership roles, shaping business development, managing complex projects, and mentoring staff
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Requirements
We seek candidates who demonstrate:
- A strong understanding of ground risk and site investigation
- Basic soil mechanics expertise
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on high-quality reports and design outputs
- Ambition to progress towards chartered status
- For experienced professionals, credited consultancy and ground risk management experience
About WSP
One of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, we unite our 69,000+ employees through a commitment to innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we balance local impact with global scale to make meaningful progress in communities.
Benefits at WSP
Work-Life Balance
- A hybrid working policy (work from home 2 days per week)
- Collaborative spaces in modern UK offices
- Flexibility while fostering teamwork
Inclusivity & Belonging
- We welcome diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Encourage authenticity—you, unapologetic
- Employee resource groups facilitating inclusivity
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Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive programme supporting personal health improvements
- Virtual GP service with NHS/Irish Medical Council access 24/7
- Workplace adjustments tailored to individual needs
- Gymflex (40% discount on gym memberships) & menopause support
Flex Your Time
- "WSP My Hour" – one flex hour per day for professional or personal activities (make it up at your convenience)
- Part-time & flexible working options
- Additional leave & bespoke bank holiday entitlements
Development & Growth
- Chartership support and training
- A culture that prioritises learning and mentorship
#WeAreWSP
WSP firmly supports equality and inclusion, and we encourage applications from individuals regardless of: sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity status. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all applicants meeting the essential criteria—please mention if you require adjustments.
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