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Description

Require an experienced geotechnical engineer to strengthen the existing team and play a part in the development of the business.

This post is well suited to a professional who has proven ability and is looking for an opportunity to get involved in the leadership of projects.

Key responsibilities will include:

.Act as a lead geotechnical engineer in a small team reporting to the head of department
.Project management
.Take the role of design team leader on projects
.Manage delivery of projects, including management of staff resource to meet workload, and ensuring staff with appropriate experience are utilised
.Ensure that technical checks and reviews of designs are undertaken
.Assist with the professional development of junior staff within the team
.Assist with the generation of new business, including preparation of offers
.Co-operate with companies other divisions in order to add maximum value


Requirements:

.Graduate in civil engineering or engineering geology plus a higher qualification with a geotechnical emphasis
.At or near chartered status as a civil engineer or geologist
.Valid UK driving licence


The Individual:

.A capable geotechnical engineer
.Enthusiastic and confident about ground engineering
.Client driven
.Good at motivating staff
.Good at integrating with other parts of the companies business
.Flexible and innovative
.Good communicator
.Able to plan and prioritise workload
.Commercially aware
.Excellent presentation and report writing skills
.Willing to travel within the UK and overseas for projects


Experience:

We are looking for a strong technical candidate, with recognizable experience in geotechnical engineering. We are keen to meet individuals who feel they can deliver the role described above, whether their experience has been gained in civil engineering consultancy or in a ground investigation / ground engineering contractor. Candidates will be asked to show how their experience demonstrates the ability to:

-Assist with business development including preparation of offers
-Develop good working relationships with clients
-Manage projects to ensure that commercial and technical needs are satisfied
-Assess complex problems and deliver appropriate solutions
-Experience of ground condition issues relevant to Scotland


REWARDS & BENEFITS:

.25 days annual leave
.Flexible annual leave scheme
.Contributory Pension Scheme
.Employee Assistance Programme
.Share Incentive Plan
.Employee Car Ownership Scheme
.Life Assurance Scheme
.Professional Membership Fees paid
.Personal Accident Cover
.Give as You Earn
.Discounted Private Medical Insurance
.Childcare Vouchers
.Sports and social events programme*
.Car Share Programme*

* Not applicable in all offices.