Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Glasgow

Location: Glasgow
Salary: -45,000 - -55,000
Type: Permanent

An established engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their Glasgow team. This is a varied role covering the delivery of geotechnical projects across Scotland, with the opportunity to take responsibility for technical delivery, client liaison and project management.

The role will involve:

• Managing and delivering geotechnical investigations and assessments from planning through to completion.
• Producing and reviewing geotechnical interpretative and factual reports.
• Geotechnical analysis and design, including foundations, retaining structures, slopes and earthworks.
• Reviewing ground investigation data and developing ground models.
• Supporting and managing site investigations and working closely with contractors.
• Providing technical input into larger multidisciplinary projects.
• Liaising with clients, contractors and other engineering disciplines.
• Mentoring junior and graduate engineers and providing technical guidance.
• Contributing to fee proposals, tenders and project management.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong previous experience working within a geotechnical consultancy.
• Experience in geotechnical design and interpretation of ground investigation data.
• Good technical report writing skills.
• Experience managing projects and liaising directly with clients.
• Chartered status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

This is a good opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to take on greater technical responsibility while working on a varied portfolio of projects across Scotland.