Job Description

\xe2\x96\xaa Chartered (or near Chartered) Civil Engineer, with relevant post graduate geotechnical / engineering geology qualification(s) \xe2\x9e\xa2 Exceptions can be made for candidates with geological degrees that have an MSc/PhD in soil mechanics/geotechnical engineering and demonstrate sound numerical geotechnical experience.
\xe2\x96\xaa Substantial experience in major international assignments in various construction markets
\xe2\x96\xaa "Hands on" geotechnical design engineer with experience managing projects, budgets and resources

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
\xe2\x96\xaa Lead and undertake assignments in the UK and overseas, supporting the delivery of high quality outputs
\xe2\x96\xaa "Hands on" geotechnical design engineer capable to work fully independently and as part of a team
\xe2\x96\xaa Act as assignment manager, producing and overseeing technical delivery, commercial aspects, financial controls (forecasting & budgeting), planning, resourcing and troubleshooting
\xe2\x96\xaa Assist and support a high level of technical capability within the skill area as may be required to deliver the service offerings targeted
\xe2\x96\xaa Assist with the organisation and management of the technical staff, acting as a line manager as required, mentoring fellow engineers, supporting staff recruitment, training, CPD and implementation of \'Best Practice\' and procedures
\xe2\x96\xaa Assist Graduates through the processes and requirements for completion of their Chartership
\xe2\x96\xaa Assist in providing appropriate resources for the successful delivery of assignments in the UK and overseas, maximising fee income
\xe2\x96\xaa Assist Market Sector Leader to source and develop business opportunities, producing tenders, and building client relationships in the UK and overseas
\xe2\x96\xaa Adopt procedures for standardisation of work products and deliverables, and peer review to ensure consistency and excellence in service delivery of the Company\'s technical work product
\xe2\x96\xaa Implement and adhere to Company procedures in the management, delivery and administration of Services
\xe2\x96\xaa Maintain strong relationships with other disciplines within the firm and promote cross functional working
\xe2\x96\xaa Embrace organisational change and influence others to modify behaviour and attitudes as required
\xe2\x96\xaa Observe and maintain Company Health and Safety Policy across all activities
\xe2\x96\xaa Undertake other reasonable duties as requested

KEY EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
\xe2\x96\xaa Chartered (or near Chartered) in a relevant discipline (ideally ICE)
\xe2\x96\xaa Civil engineering degree with a post graduate qualification in a geotechnically or engineering geology related subject from an accredited college or university. Ideally a Chartered engineer
\xe2\x96\xaa Demonstrable international and site experience, predominantly in large scale (c.\xc2\xa3100m+) infrastructure projects, for a range of Clients in various construction market sectors
\xe2\x96\xaa Capable "hands on" geotechnical designer. Detailed design experience including deep and shallow foundations (vertical and lateral capacity, settlement), deep excavations, basements, retaining structures, earthworks, soil and rock slope engineering, ground improvement, seismicity and liquefaction and instrumentation and monitoring
\xe2\x96\xaa Strong knowledge of geotechnical and engineering geological processes and design, with a particular emphasis on data interpretation, design & analysis, construction and advanced numerical modelling
\xe2\x96\xaa Ground investigation experience including design, preparation of tender documents, supervision, interpretation
\xe2\x96\xaa Geomorphologic, coastal and maritime experience would be beneficial
\xe2\x96\xaa Extensive knowledge of Eurocodes and other relevant national and international industry standards, contracts, methodologies and procedures
\xe2\x96\xaa Experience at Assignment Manager and Designer level with a proven record of managing and delivering assignments to programme and budget
\xe2\x96\xaa Understanding of the standard basic engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating
\xe2\x96\xaa Ability to build, maintain and develop relationships with key clients
\xe2\x96\xaa People management experience e.g. general employee welfare, carrying out appraisals, training and development, involvement in resourcing and recruitment activities

IT SKILLS
\xe2\x96\xaa Competent user of 2D and 3D finite element analysis software (e.g. PLAXIS, Z-soil)
\xe2\x96\xaa Proficient in other geotechnical software (Repute, Settle, WALLAP, LPile, GPile, DPile, Slide, gINT, or equivalent)
\xe2\x96\xaa Excellent Microsoft Office Abilities (particularly Excel, C+++)
\xe2\x96\xaa 2-D and 3-D computer aided design and computer aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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