Principal Geotechnical Engineer

RSK Group

  • Bristol Area
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Due to an increase in workload Structural Soils, part of the RSK Group, have exciting opportunities for an experienced and ambitious Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our expanding team in Bristol, UK.This is a full time, permanent opportunity and you will be joining a knowledgeable and talented team within one of the UKs leading ground investigation companies. This position is open to those with industry experience who wish to take the next step in their career.Core Responsibilities:
  • Project management & coordination
  • Client management & engagement
  • Leading the design, procurement, supervision and management of geotechnical ground investigations.
  • Managing Phase 2 Ground Investigations
  • An astute eye for detail – ensuring best practise is followed whilst ensuring an efficient and economical workflow for our clients.
  • Producing detailed factual and interpretive geotechnical ground investigation reports meeting the company’s high standards.
  • Excellent communication is required to liaise with other project staff and clients to best deliver our projects.
  • Peer review of exploratory hole logs to ensure that soil and rock logging is correct and complies with current geotechnical standards
  • Peer review of factual and interpretive reports and other data.
Person Specification:
  • 15 yrs + Industry experience within the UK Ground Investigation Sector.
  • BEng or BSc Degree (or MEng/MSci) level qualified in Geology, Earth Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Environmental Geoscience or a related subject is essential.
  • MSc or MEng in a Geotechnical Subject preferred for candidates with BEng or BSc qualifications but not essential.
  • Chartership with an industry recognised organisation.
  • A desire to become a key member of the local and national team through demonstrating excellence in their work.
  • Full Clean UK Manual driving licence essential.
  • Adaptability and flexibility – within Structural Soils we pride ourselves in being able to respond to clients of all sizes: From subsistence related issues within residential settings – to large scale ground characterisation and modelling exercises within the Nuclear Sector.
  • No prior experience of any specific geotechnical software package is required however a willingness and ability to learn and make use of software where appropriate is necessary.
Salary and benefits:
  • Salary Commensurate on experience.
  • 31 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising to 36 for extended service.
  • Life insurance, pension scheme and free private GP service.
  • A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, plus more.
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Payment of relevant professional memberships and mentoring to chartership.
The RSK Group are an equal opportunity employer#Geotechnical #Environmental #CivilengineerRSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.Since its establishment in 1964, Structural Soils has evolved into an award-winning national, multidisciplinary, integrated geotechnical and geoenvironmental site investigation company. Owing to our astute personnel and range of equipment, we have the capability and capacity to undertake contracts of any size and scope and in any location. We regularly work on projects across the UK and internationally, serviced by a desk-based department working from offices in Bristol, Castleford, Coventry, Glasgow, Hemel Hempstead, Wigan, Plymouth and Tonbridge.Structural Soils works with a vast number of clients from wide-ranging industries, both private and public. A client may seek advice on house subsidence, or a multinational energy company may require our help in constructing power stations. Our industry-renowned expert staff offer technical, logistical and contractual advice on all aspects of ground investigations. Our technical staff include civil engineers, geologists, engineering geologists, chemists and environmental scientists.Structural Soils is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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