Principle Geotechnical

Job description

Summary of duties:

·  Geo-environmental desk studies for linear infrastructure projects.

·  Site reconnaissance, geomorphological mapping and structural assessments.

·  Ground investigation supervision including logging / sampling to BS5930 / EC7.

·  Ground model assessment and analysis.

·  Development of geotechnical parameters for civil design.

·  Factual and Interpretative report writing.

·  Geotechnical data analysis, processing and production of mapping.

·  Office support - project planning, proposal and cost preparation, business development.

Necessary Skills:

·  Relevant geosciences degree (i.e. Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental or Geotechnical Engineering), or working towards gaining BSc/BEng.

·  Familiar with ArcGIS or QGIS.

·  Proficiency with geotechnical software (e.g. GeoFine, Slope/w, Holebase) is advantageous.

·  Practical problem solving abilities and pro-active.

·  Excellent written and oral communication skills.

·  An interest in developing both technical and project management skills.

Other information :

·  Must have a full UK driving licence and be available to travel to site locations within the UK, and occasionally overseas.

·  The role includes a 50/50 split between office/working from home and site work. Fieldwork programs can be in remote locations requiring long mobilisations. Our work involves accessing remote areas on foot, and confidence driving off-road.