Rendel Limited
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
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đ Join Us as a Principal Geotechnical Engineer â Birmingham | Global Projects, Real Impact
Are you ready to work on some of the worldâs most exciting engineering projects?
Rendel, part of the IngĂ©rop Group, is a leading international, multidisciplinary design and engineering consultancy. Headquartered in London with offices in Birmingham, Bristol, and Sydney, weâve been shaping the world since 1838 â making us one of the UKâs oldest civil engineering consultants.
Weâre involved in major projects across the globe, with current work spanning High Speed Rail, Nuclear Power, Highways, Ports, and more. From tunnels to bridges, from geotechnics to rail, we bring our expertise to solve complex engineering challenges for our key clients.
Weâre now looking for an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our collaborative and high-performing team in Birmingham.
đ§ What Youâll Be Doing Youâll play a key role in delivering innovative geotechnical solutions on large-scale UK and international projects. Responsibilities include:
- Lead and undertake assignments in the UK and overseas ensuring the delivery of high quality outputs
- Act as assignment manager overseeing technical delivery, commercial aspects, financial controls (forecasting & budgeting), planning, resourcing and troubleshooting.
- Assist Market Sector Leader to source and develop business opportunities, producing tenders, and build client relationships
- Assist with the organisation and management of the technical staff (appropriate to skill), acting as a line manager when required, mentoring fellow engineers, supporting staff recruitment, training, CPD and implementation of âBest Practiceâ and procedures
- Support Graduates through the processes and requirements for completion of their Chartership
- Assist in providing appropriate resources for the successful delivery of assignments in the UK and overseas, maximising fee income
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đ§ What Weâre Looking For Weâre looking for someone who brings technical experience and ideally, youâll have:
- Professionally qualified and Chartered Civil Engineer, ideally with a post graduate qualification in a geotechnically related subject (preferably foundation related)
- Extensive knowledge of Eurocodes and other relevant national and international industry standards, contracts, methodologies and procedures
- Substantial experience at Project Manager and Designer level with a proven capability and record of managing and delivering assignments to programme and budget
- Able to manage the legal and contractual aspects of Engineering contracts
- Strong knowledge of geotechnical and engineering geological processes and design, with a particular emphasis on data interpretation, design & analysis, construction and advanced numerical modelling
- Detailed geotechnical design experience of large diameter deep piled foundations (driven, bored and CFA) to Eurocode, API, AASHTO, LRFD NGI and ICP methods / standards, seismic / dynamic analysis of deep piled foundations and pile groups, deep excavations, basements, retaining structures, earthworks, soil and rock slope engineering, ground improvement, seismicity and liquefaction and instrumentation and monitoring
- Expert / Proficient user of 2D and 3D finite element analysis software (e.g. PLAXIS, Z-soil)
- Able to lead, contribute to and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix environment. Able to leverage the wider team and encourages a culture of cross skill/function collaboration
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đŒ Whatâs in It for You?
- Competitive salary and benefits package (pension, profit share, medical insurance, etc.)
- Hybrid working options for better work-life balance
- Supportive team environment with a strong focus on wellbeing
- Ongoing training, CPD, and career development
- Opportunities to work on technically challenging projects across the UK and globally
- A vibrant Sports & Social Club that organises events, games, entertainment, and recreational activities to promote camaraderie and fun outside of work
- Paid volunteer days, French lessons, and more!
Want to know more? Head over to our website for all the details: https://www.rendel-ltd.com/careers
At Rendel, weâre proud of our heritage, excited about the future, and committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
đŻ Ready to take your next step and make a global impact? Apply now and letâs build something remarkable together.
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