Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Our client, a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy serving the rail, infrastructure and construction sectors, is seeking a Geotechnical Associate for a permanent position. This is a founding leadership opportunity to develop a geotechnical design capability across Rail, Defence, Highways, Airports, Ports and Buildings, while contributing to technical delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to geotechnical and ground engineering design across relevant infrastructure sectors
• Provide technical authority on slope stability, earthworks, foundation design, retaining structures and ground improvement
• Review and approve geotechnical interpretive reports, factual reports and design deliverables
• Develop internal geotechnical design standards, processes and templates in line with quality and delivery requirements
• Maintain knowledge of Eurocodes, UK geotechnical standards and sector-specific requirements, including Network Rail and National Highways standards
• Manage subcontractors delivering site investigations, including scope preparation, procurement, supervision and quality control
• Interpret borehole logs, trial pit logs, laboratory test results and in-situ testing data
• Build client relationships, support tenders and bids, identify new opportunities and contribute to business development activity
• Develop and mentor geotechnical engineers while collaborating with civils, M&E, structures and survey teams
• Manage project budgets, fee recovery, subcontractor costs, resourcing plans and commercial reporting

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related geotechnical discipline
• Chartered Engineer status with ICE, the Geological Society or an equivalent professional institution, or active progress towards chartership
• Significant experience in geotechnical consultancy and UK infrastructure projects
• Strong geotechnical design experience covering areas such as slope stability, earthworks, foundations, retaining structures and ground improvement
• Experience across at least two infrastructure sectors, with rail experience including Network Rail standards, legacy Railtrack standards or GRIP considered advantageous
• Experience managing subcontractors and ground investigation programmes, including specification, procurement and quality assurance
• Client-facing experience with involvement in business development, account management, tenders or PQQ submissions
• Commercial awareness, strong communication skills and the confidence to provide technical leadership
• Ability to work collaboratively while operating independently and taking ownership of delivery
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits:

• Associate-level seniority with genuine influence over technical strategy and service development
• Opportunity to establish and grow a geotechnical capability within an ambitious consultancy
• Multi-disciplinary working alongside civils, M&E, structures and survey professionals
• Direct access to senior leadership and involvement in wider business growth plans
• Support for professional development, team building and career progression
• Collaborative culture focused on accountability, innovation, delivery and continuous improvement

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and commercially aware geotechnical professional to shape a growing service line and make a lasting impact across the rail and wider infrastructure sectors. Apply now to take the next step in this Associate-level career opportunity.