At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to work on exciting geotechnical and geoenvironmental projects across East Anglia.
- Company: Harrison Group, a leading geotechnical and environmental consultancy with nearly 50 years of experience.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, profit sharing, pension scheme, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a mix of site and office-based tasks.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in a relevant subject; chartered status preferred for senior candidates.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 £ per year.
A Senior Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Engineer is required to join the geotechnical engineering division operating from the company’s Norwich office, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England and further afield.
The company provides specialist information on ground conditions for projects in a range of sectors including commercial and residential developments, healthcare, education, energy, infrastructure, highways, flood alleviation and community projects.
As a minimum, candidates should have:
- A degree in a relevant subject
- A full UK driving license
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Organisational skills
- A keen interest in learning new skills
The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the planning, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigations. Graduate Engineers will be trained to undertake field tasks such as:
- Machine trial pit excavations
- Supervising borehole drilling
- Undertaking infiltration testing
- Ground gas monitoring
- Groundwater sampling
- Setting out with a GPS
- Researching geological, hydrogeological, historical, topographical and environmental site information
You will also learn how geotechnical engineers provide foundation recommendations, advice on ground conditions, soil infiltration, advice for ground improvement and earthworks, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and remediation verification.
Senior engineer candidates should be:
- A chartered geologist or working towards chartership
- Knowledgeable about soil mechanics
- Well-practiced with routine geotechnical and geoenvironmental assessments
- Holding a full UK driving license
With at least five years’ demonstrable experience in geotechnical and geoenvironmental site investigation, candidates for the position of senior engineer should have excellent communication skills and experience in collaborating with colleagues, supervising and helping to train less experienced engineers to provide advice and well-written reports on technical aspects of geotechnical engineering.
The role will involve a mixture of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, quoting, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigations.
The Cambridge geotechnical department is led by a principal engineer, with senior engineers (geotechnical and geoenvironmental) each responsible for helping and supervising a small team of engineers and graduates in their work.
The company and the Cambridge office are growing, and offer opportunities for progression and promotion. Harrison Group Environmental is a company of geotechnical and environmental specialists that has been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for almost 50 years.
We are a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including a negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.
If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within a successful, established team, then please submit your CV, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com
Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Senior Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Engineer in Norwich employer: Harrison Group
Harrison Group is an excellent employer for recent graduates seeking to launch their careers in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering. With a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth and development within a vibrant team. The company's locations in London, Norwich, and Cambridge provide a dynamic environment where you can engage in diverse projects across East Anglia and beyond.
