Geotechnical Design Engineer in Wickford

This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual with a good technical background and demonstrable experience in taking responsibility for producing designs from within the piling, foundations or ground engineering sector, which can be from either a consultancy or contractor background. The role offers hybrid working with half the week in the office/at home, being within commutable distance of office locations in Nottingham, Doncaster, York and Wickford.

Due to continued expansion, an abundant pipeline of works, and the recent award of several long-term major contracts, our client is now looking to appoint a Geotechnical Design Engineer who will take responsibility for producing designs for a wide variety of piling projects and scopes of work. The successful candidate must be able to review enquiry documentations to determine the key considerations associated with the proposed project. Our client seeks a high calibre candidate possessing ambition, enthusiasm and drive to make an impact. You will have good technical acumen coupled with a positive interest in ground engineering as a whole. You will also offer a professional approach and a keen eye for detail, along with excellent communication and IT skills.

The Person

• You must be eligible to work unassisted in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
• Experience of undertaking pile designs using appropriate software packages
• Experience of designing piling works covering a wide range of techniques, values and complexities
• Ability to work in isolation and communicate complex technical matters simply and clearly, both in writing and verbally
• Enthusiasm and results focused, with an ability to work well under pressure and to challenging or stringent deadlines
• Effective negotiation skills with both internal and external clients and teams

The Role

• To understand and deliver the client's requirements and liaise with clients / main contractors to optimize the best engineering solution.
• Ensure the appropriate selection of piling technique is chosen to suit the ground conditions.
• Undertake geotechnical analysis using in-house and commercially available software in accordance with the relevant codes of practice, prepare reports for submittal to clients and respond to technical queries or requests raised during the contract lifecycle.
• Preparation of settlement packs for review by the business at meetings.
• Preparation of contract design documents, drawings and schedules.
• Apply an awareness of risk, including H&S and commercial aspects.
• Liaise and provide technical support to the operation team during the installation phase.
• Produce as built documentation post construction.
• Develop and maintain harmonious client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with other group business units to achieve shared end goals.

Our Client

Our client is a market leading piling, foundations, and retaining structures and ground engineering contractor. Their service offering includes restricted access and open sites and covers all disciplines and techniques for a wide variety of clients and project applications. They not only complete projects successfully and to the highest standards at all times but also add value to their clients by giving them total support from the beginning to the end of every contract.

An attractive basic salary (commensurate with experience) plus extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity and security of work and forward career progression given that our client possesses a significant contract pipeline for the long-term future and is firmly committed to continued growth over the next 5-10 years.