Our client, a leading consultancy in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This role involves working through all stages of geotechnical schemes and offers a mix of office and remote working opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Serving as the technical lead on a range of geotechnical-related projects
• Developing and procuring ground investigations
• Writing and checking reports, including monitoring memos, PSSR's, and GIR's
• Undertaking and verifying design and assessment calculations (piling, soil nailing, shallow foundations, earthworks)
• Checking CDM documentation
• Supporting the project management of schemes
• Maintaining and developing excellent client relationships
• Supporting the development of more junior staff through technical training and mentoring

Job Requirements

• Significant experience in geotechnical engineering
• Strong technical leadership skills
• Proficiency in developing and managing ground investigations
• Expertise in writing and reviewing geotechnical reports
• Ability to undertake and check complex design and assessment calculations
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and documentation
• Excellent client relationship management skills
• Experience in mentoring and training junior staff

Work Arrangement

• 3 days per week in the office
• 2 days working from home

If you are an experienced Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer looking for a new contract opportunity in the highways sector, we would love to hear from you. Please note, our client would also consider hiring someone on a permanent basis for this role.