At a Glance
- Tasks: Support major infrastructure projects by solving geotechnical challenges and collaborating with teams.
- Company: Join a leading firm in the construction industry focused on innovative infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with ongoing projects and career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field with relevant experience.
Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with extensive experience working on large scale infrastructure based projects?
Location: Buckinghamshire (hybrid 2 days wfh)
Rate: £400-£440 per day | Inside IR35
Duration: Ongoing
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Geotechnical / Earthworks Engineer to support the delivery on one of the largest ongoing infrastructure projects, where you will provide Geotechnical support on HS2. This is a site-focused construction support role, ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, interpreting live ground conditions and working closely with construction and design teams on a major UK infrastructure project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond to TQs, RFIs and EWNs relating to geotechnical and earthworks issues.
- Review and interpret site observations, ground conditions, testing and monitoring data.
- Update interpreted ground models based on construction-stage findings.
- Coordinate updates to the Geotechnical Risk Register.
- Support the use of the Observational Method where required.
- Review geotechnical and earthworks Temporary Works where they interface with permanent works.
- Review PMAFs, Field Change Requests, shop drawings and fabrication details.
- Support technical queries with site and design teams.
- Review monitoring and testing results and contribute to technical reports.
- Support production of as-built drawings and records.
- Maintain quality, programme and Health & Safety requirements.
Candidate Requirements:
- BSc/BEng or equivalent in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Earthworks or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience on Design & Build infrastructure projects.
- Strong experience with geotechnical and earthworks issues during construction.
- Experience interpreting Ground Investigation data, monitoring data and site conditions.
- Experience working with TQs, RFIs, EWNs, FCRs or similar technical documentation.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Rail, highways or other major linear infrastructure experience preferred.
- Chartered status preferred, but not essential.
Geotechnical Engineer in Buckingham employer: Carrington West
Join a leading company in the infrastructure sector that values innovation and collaboration, offering Geotechnical Engineers the chance to work on high-profile projects like HS2. With a hybrid working model and a focus on employee development, you will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages problem-solving and teamwork. Enjoy competitive rates and the opportunity to make a significant impact on major UK infrastructure while advancing your career in Buckinghamshire.
