Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer
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Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer - London
An award-winning, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join its established London team.
This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional to take ownership of project delivery, technical direction, and team development, while playing an active role in the growth and strategic direction of the geotechnical function.
You'll be working across a diverse portfolio of projects in the UK and internationally, delivering innovative and sustainable ground engineering solutions within a highly collaborative environment.
The Role
As a Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical input across multiple projects, providing both technical leadership and commercial oversight.
Responsibilities will include:
Leading the design and management of ground investigations across projects
Overseeing the development of ground models and geotechnical risk assessments
Providing technical leadership in geotechnical design and analysis, including:
Foundations
Earthworks
Retaining structures
Slope stability and ground movement
Acting as a technical authority, reviewing and approving design outputs
Managing and mentoring engineers and junior staff
Taking responsibility for project delivery, quality assurance and resourcing
Providing strategic geotechnical advice to clients and stakeholders
Leading input into fee proposals, tenders and business development activities
Actively contributing to winning work and developing client relationships
Supporting the growth and development of the geotechnical team
What We're Looking For
Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a Geotechnical discipline (MSc desirable)
Chartered status with ICE or Geological Society
Significant experience within a consultancy environment
Strong background in geotechnical design, analysis and reporting
Experience using software such as:
Plaxis
GeoStudio
Oasys Suite / Wallap (or similar)
Proven experience in project leadership and team management
Strong commercial awareness and client-facing capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full UK driving licence
Highly desirable:
Demonstrable ability to win work, build client relationships and contribute to business development
Why Apply?
Step into a senior leadership role within a respected consultancy
Opportunity to influence technical direction and team growth
Work on a diverse portfolio of UK and international projects
Clear progression within a growing and ambitious business
Collaborative and supportive environment with strong technical focus
Hybrid working with a commitment to work-life balance
Competitive benefits including:
Pension, life assurance and income protection
Health cash plan
Professional membership fees covered
Structured training and continued professional development
Cycle to Work scheme and travel loan
Additional leave purchase options
Paid volunteering day
Active social and team culture
If you are seeking a Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer role and want a strong option at a consultancy that can support your growth, apply directly or contact Michael from Aldwych Consulting on (phone number removed).
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer - London
An award-winning, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join its established London team.
This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional to take ownership of project delivery, technical direction, and team development, while playing an active role in the growth and strategic direction of the geotechnical function.
You'll be working across a diverse portfolio of projects in the UK and internationally, delivering innovative and sustainable ground engineering solutions within a highly collaborative environment.
The Role
As a Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical input across multiple projects, providing both technical leadership and commercial oversight.
Responsibilities will include:
Leading the design and management of ground investigations across projects
Overseeing the development of ground models and geotechnical risk assessments
Providing technical leadership in geotechnical design and analysis, including:
Foundations
Earthworks
Retaining structures
Slope stability and ground movement
Acting as a technical authority, reviewing and approving design outputs
Managing and mentoring engineers and junior staff
Taking responsibility for project delivery, quality assurance and resourcing
Providing strategic geotechnical advice to clients and stakeholders
Leading input into fee proposals, tenders and business development activities
Actively contributing to winning work and developing client relationships
Supporting the growth and development of the geotechnical team
What We're Looking For
Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a Geotechnical discipline (MSc desirable)
Chartered status with ICE or Geological Society
Significant experience within a consultancy environment
Strong background in geotechnical design, analysis and reporting
Experience using software such as:
Plaxis
GeoStudio
Oasys Suite / Wallap (or similar)
Proven experience in project leadership and team management
Strong commercial awareness and client-facing capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full UK driving licence
Highly desirable:
Demonstrable ability to win work, build client relationships and contribute to business development
Why Apply?
Step into a senior leadership role within a respected consultancy
Opportunity to influence technical direction and team growth
Work on a diverse portfolio of UK and international projects
Clear progression within a growing and ambitious business
Collaborative and supportive environment with strong technical focus
Hybrid working with a commitment to work-life balance
Competitive benefits including:
Pension, life assurance and income protection
Health cash plan
Professional membership fees covered
Structured training and continued professional development
Cycle to Work scheme and travel loan
Additional leave purchase options
Paid volunteering day
Active social and team culture
If you are seeking a Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer role and want a strong option at a consultancy that can support your growth, apply directly or contact Michael from Aldwych Consulting on (phone number removed).
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business