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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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Description

We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Cardiff. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead the delivery of technically complex geotechnical and geological projects, ensuring excellence in quality, programme, and commercial performance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the delivery of complex geotechnical projects
  • Developing and reviewing ground models, geotechnical interpretation, and design parameters
  • Undertaking and checking geotechnical analysis and design for slopes, retaining structures, foundations, earthworks, and geohazard assessments
  • Managing projects and multidisciplinary work packages
  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients and developing trusted relationships
  • Designing, procuring, and managing ground investigations
  • Providing mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers
  • Contributing to bids, tenders, and business development activities
  • Championing innovation, sustainability, and digital delivery practices

Requirements:

  • Strong technical understanding of geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, ground risk management, and site investigation
  • Proven experience delivering geotechnical assessments, designs, and project management responsibilities
  • Sound knowledge of soil and rock mechanics, geotechnical analysis, and geotechnical design to relevant industry standards
  • Experience leading project tasks and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience planning and supervising ground investigations and managing contractors
  • Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations
  • Chartered status with a relevant professional institution, or demonstrable progress towards achieving chartership

Skills

Required

  • geotechnical engineering
  • engineering geology
  • ground risk management
  • site investigation
  • soil mechanics
  • rock mechanics
  • geotechnical analysis
  • geotechnical design

Nice to have

  • chartered status with a relevant professional institution
  • 3D ground models
  • data-driven solutions

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/95961

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