Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Woking

Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

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Location: Camberley
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Geotechnical Design / Ground Engineering / Specialist Foundations

The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to join a leading specialist ground engineering contractor.
This role is suited to a geotechnical engineer with strong technical design capability who is looking to work on complex foundation, retaining-wall, basement, ground-improvement and underground-engineering projects.
You will support the design and delivery of specialist geotechnical solutions from tender stage through to construction, working closely with design managers, project teams, site engineers, clients and external consultants.
The position offers exposure to technically challenging schemes, practical construction input and the opportunity to develop within one of the UK's most respected specialist ground engineering environments.

About the Company
The employer is a leading specialist geotechnical and ground engineering contractor with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and technical excellence.
The business delivers foundation and underground engineering solutions across major infrastructure, commercial, residential, energy, marine and public-sector projects.
Its teams work closely with clients at tender and delivery stage to provide practical, buildable and commercially effective geotechnical solutions.

The Role
As Geotechnical Design Engineer, you will be involved in the design, analysis and technical coordination of specialist ground engineering projects.
You will prepare calculations, design reports, drawings, specifications and technical submissions while supporting both tender-stage and live project delivery.
The role will require close collaboration with construction teams to ensure designs are practical, efficient, safe and aligned with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities -
Geotechnical Design
Prepare geotechnical designs for specialist ground engineering projects
Undertake calculations for foundations, retaining walls, embedded walls and temporary works
Support the design of piling, diaphragm walls, secant piled walls, contiguous piled walls and ground-retention systems
Assist with designs for basements, deep excavations, ground improvement and slope stability
Develop practical and buildable solutions in line with project requirements
Interpret ground investigation data and geotechnical parameters
Prepare design reports, technical notes and calculation packages
Apply relevant Eurocodes, British Standards and industry guidance
Ensure design outputs are accurate, technically robust and properly documented
Tender and Pre-Construction Support
Support tender-stage design and value engineering
Review client requirements, ground investigation reports and technical specifications
Assist with design assumptions, risk reviews and construction methodology
Contribute to technical proposals and tender submissions
Work with estimators, planners and construction teams to develop cost-effective solutions
Identify technical risks, opportunities and alternative design approaches
Support optioneering and buildability reviews
Provide technical input into method statements and project planning
Project Delivery Support
Provide technical support to project and site teams during construction
Respond to design queries and technical issues raised during delivery
Review site information and update designs where required
Liaise with internal project teams, clients, consultants and subcontractors
Support temporary works and construction-phase design requirements
Attend design meetings, technical reviews and project workshops
Assist with design changes, variations and technical approvals
Maintain clear communication between design and construction teams
Technical Documentation
Prepare design calculations, sketches, reports and specifications
Support the production and review of drawings and technical submissions
Coordinate with CAD technicians and wider design teams
Maintain accurate design records and document control
Assist with checking and reviewing technical information
Ensure work is completed in accordance with quality procedures
Support design risk assessments and CDM requirements
Contribute to project close-out documentation where required
Software and Analysis
Use appropriate geotechnical design and analysis software
Undertake hand calculations and independent design checks where required
Support numerical analysis and modelling where appropriate
Review outputs critically and ensure assumptions are clearly recorded
Use CAD and technical drawing information to support design development
Develop technical competence across specialist geotechnical systems
About You
You will be a technically focused geotechnical engineer with experience in design, analysis and project support within the UK ground engineering sector.
You should be confident working with ground investigation data, design standards and engineering calculations, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation.
The role would suit someone who enjoys solving practical engineering problems and working closely with construction teams to develop buildable solutions.

Essential Requirements
Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline
UK geotechnical design experience
Strong understanding of soil mechanics and ground engineering principles
Experience preparing geotechnical calculations and design reports
Ability to interpret ground investigation data
Knowledge of relevant Eurocodes, British Standards and geotechnical guidance
Experience with foundations, retaining walls or temporary works design
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail and technical accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively with design, commercial and site teams
Good organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines
Commitment to health, safety, quality and buildability
Desirable Experience
Experience with specialist foundations, piling or embedded retaining walls
Knowledge of diaphragm walls, secant piles, contiguous piles or ground improvement
Experience working for a specialist contractor or geotechnical consultancy
Experience supporting tender-stage design
Familiarity with temporary works design
Experience using geotechnical design software
Knowledge of finite element analysis or numerical modelling
Experience working on infrastructure, basement, marine, rail or energy projects
Working towards Chartered Engineer status
Membership of a relevant professional body
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary, depending on experience
Discretionary annual bonus
Company car scheme, where applicable
Salary-sacrifice pension scheme
Enhanced sick pay after probation
Private medical insurance
Income protection
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
Option to buy additional annual leave
Paid professional memberships
Paid volunteering days
Training, mentoring and professional development support
Why Apply? xrnqpay
Join a leading specialist ground engineering contractor
Work on technically challenging foundation and underground-engineering projects
Develop design solutions that are directly linked to construction delivery
Gain exposure to tender, design and live project stages
Work closely with experienced technical and construction teams
Build specialist knowledge in piling, retaining walls and ground engineering
Access professional development, mentoring and technical progression
Contribute to practical, innovative and buildable geotechnical solutions
Inclusion and Diversity
The employer is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where individuals from all backgrounds are welcomed, respected and able to develop.