Job Title: Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Bristol or Cardiff
About Us: We are a dynamic and forward-thinking engineering consultancy, committed to delivering innovative and high-quality ground engineering solutions. With a strong presence in the industry, we pride ourselves on our collaborative approach and exceptional client service. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in either our Bristol or Cardiff office.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership: Lead projects and represent the company in Design Team Meetings, ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct.
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Team Management: Manage and oversee work undertaken by less experienced staff, providing mentorship and guidance.
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Costing and Quoting: Develop cost estimates and quotations for professional services.
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Foundation Design: Competently design foundations considering Ultimate Limit State (ULS) and Serviceability Limit State (SLS) principles.
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Ground Improvement: Assess and specify ground improvement techniques.
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Earthworks Design: Design earthworks and assess settlement and slopes using specialist analytical geotechnical software.
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Soil Retaining Structures: Design soil retaining structures and ground reinforcement systems.
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Technical Documentation: Prepare technically accurate interpretive Geotechnical Investigation Reports (GIRs), Geotechnical Design Reports (GDRs), and Geotechnical Feasibility Reports (GFRs).
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Presentation: Ensure the presentation of work is of the highest standards.
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Commercial Judgment: Apply sound commercial and contractual judgment to all aspects of your work.
What You’ll Bring:
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Experience: A minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience within the ground engineering sector.
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Project Leadership: Proven experience in leading projects and representing your company in Design Team Meetings.
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Mentorship: Ability to manage and check the work of less experienced staff.
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Technical Skills: Competence in the design of foundations, ground improvement, earthworks, settlement assessment, slope stability, and soil retaining structures.
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Analytical Skills: Proficiency in using specialist geotechnical analytical software.
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Documentation: Experience in preparing technically accurate interpretive reports (GIRs, GDRs, GFRs).
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Commercial Acumen: Sound commercial and contractual judgment.
What’s On Offer:
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Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and expertise.
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Annual Leave: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
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Flexible Working Hours: Adapt your work schedule to suit your needs.
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Holiday Purchase Scheme: Option to purchase additional holidays.
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Life Assurance and Income Protection: Employer-provided schemes.
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Company Pension: Generous employer contribution.
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Professional Development: Support towards training available via our Learning Pathways Programme.
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Office Environment: A friendly, modern office environment.
How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and experienced Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer looking to make a significant impact and join a team of like-minded professionals, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to Josh @ Hunter Mason Consulting