Overview

Take our vision into the future.

We may be known for the great work across a wide variety of projects. We pride ourselves on our people’s diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. When you join us, you’ll be part of a genuinely collaborative environment where everyone’s voice is valued and treated equally. We’re passionate about what we do, and we offer flexible and remote working policies to help you get the most out of life.

We have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer based in either our Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle, Edinburgh or Glasgow offices to support our current portfolio of prestigious geotechnical projects in the UK and internationally. We need to grow the team to meet increasing client demands in the infrastructure sector (rail, highways & water) and the energy sector (carbon capture & storage, renewable energy, low carbon engineering, offshore and onshore oil & gas, and nuclear power).

As one of the UK’s leading geotechnical consultancies, AtkinsRéalis offers a comprehensive service in ground engineering. With more than 325 UK-based ground engineering professionals, AtkinsRéalis’ geotechnical reputation is built on the skills, excellence and commitment of our people.

Your Purpose

• You will be a senior geotechnical engineer with a proven technical and project management track record. The role includes mentoring junior geotechnical engineers, so good communication skills are essential. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in Design and Build environments.
• You should have a degree in civil engineering or geology, with a post-graduate qualification in geotechnical subjects and Chartered status as either a civil engineer or geologist.
• You should have the drive and ability to develop and expand our infrastructure or energy geotechnics capability by building on the existing portfolio of our rapidly expanding, flexible and outward-looking team that can tackle work across a broad spectrum of sectors.

What you can bring

• A good academic background with a degree (ideally MSc or equivalent).
• Chartered status. Proven experience of working in a fast-moving engineering consultancy environment.
• Project management — experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to the engineering consultancy and design markets, including client relationships, work planning and commercial management.
• Proven geotechnical design experience and numerical/analytical capabilities. Experience with numerical software such as GeoStudio, Repute, Wallap, etc.
• Application of CDM Regulations in a design and ground investigation environment. Excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to lead geotechnical design teams.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to liaise with clients. A good commercial track record in negotiating and running successful projects.
• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate work.
• A willingness to travel on short assignments within the UK and overseas. A valid UK driving license.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We’re ranked as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies and a Times Top 50 employer for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and data to help deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. As work becomes more complex, our employees challenge the status quo. We’re committed to engineering better for people and the planet, from our global Net-Zero programme to community initiatives and employee networks that support staff from diverse backgrounds.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, the vetting process is delivered by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency of 5 years or longer. If applying, do not reference or include details of any current or previously held security clearance in your application or CV.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

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Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We believe world-class talent benefits from diverse differences.