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Principal Geotechnical Engineer
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Our client, a well-established and highly respected ground investigation and geotechnical consultancy, is looking to appoint a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their team based in West Sussex.
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist looking to take on a senior technical and supervisory role within a growing consultancy delivering projects across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be involved in a wide range of projects from small-scale developments through to major multi-million-pound schemes. The role will combine technical delivery, project management and mentoring responsibilities, providing support and guidance to junior staff whilst overseeing your own portfolio of work.
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Key Responsibilities
- Designing, managing and delivering ground investigation projects.
- Assessing project feasibility and preparing cost estimates.
- Managing project budgets and maintaining client relationships.
- Undertaking Phase I Desk Studies and site walkovers.
- Managing and interpreting Phase II intrusive site investigations.
- Producing and reviewing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
- Providing technical advice on geotechnical engineering matters.
- Reviewing and approving technical reports prepared by junior engineers and geologists.
- Supporting the development and mentoring of less experienced team members.
Requirements
- Degree and ideally Master’s qualification in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Significant experience within a geotechnical consultancy or site investigation environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of soil mechanics, geohazards, slope stability, earthworks and retaining structures.
- Proven experience managing geotechnical investigations and report production.
- Comfortable supervising projects and providing technical guidance to junior staff.
- Strong communication and client-facing skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
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Package
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Profit-related bonus scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Company vehicle following qualifying period.
- Up to 28 days annual leave.
- Company pension contribution.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Professional membership fees paid.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and technically focused consultancy that invests heavily in employee development and offers long-term career progression.
To apply or discuss the opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV today
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