Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Geotechnical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Sheffield

Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

04b04c960a86

Job Views:

70

Posted:

09.02.2025

Expiry Date:

26.03.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

We have an opportunity for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer or Senior Geotechnical Engineer based in either our Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle, Edinburgh or Glasgow offices to support our impressive current portfolio of prestigious geotechnical projects both in the UK and internationally.

We need to increase our team to meet the growing demands from our clients, both in the infrastructure sector (particularly rail, highways & water) and the energy sector, which includes carbon capture & storage, renewable energy (wind, current and hydropower), low carbon engineering, offshore and onshore oil & gas and nuclear power.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in the ground engineering input to some of our most challenging projects. We are looking for someone with the drive and enthusiasm to embrace the future.

Requirements:

• The successful applicant will be a geotechnical engineer or senior geotechnical engineer with a proven technical and project management track record. The role will include the mentoring of junior geotechnical engineers and therefore good communication skills are essential. We are especially interested in hearing from candidates with experience of working in Design and Build environments.
• The candidate will have a degree in civil engineering or geology with a post graduate qualification in a geotechnical subject and hold chartered status as either a civil engineer or geologist.
• Candidates should have a strong academic background with a relevant degree (ideally MSc or equivalent) and proven experience of working in a fast-moving engineering consultancy environment.
• Project management experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to the engineering consultancy and design markets, including relationships with clients, work planning and commercial management.
• Proven geotechnical design experience and strong numerical/analytical capabilities.
• Experience in general numerical software such as GeoStudio, Repute, Wallap etc.
• Application of CDM Regulations in a design and ground investigation environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to develop and lead geotechnical design teams.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to liaise with clients.
• Good commercial track record in negotiating and running successful jobs.
• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate work.
• A willingness to travel on short assignments both within the UK and overseas.
• A valid UK driving license.

What we offer?

AtkinsRéalis recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements.

Rewards and Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy or sell that leave.
• Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Training:

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular