Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Glasgow / Perth

First People Solutions is working with a leading consulting engineer to appoint an Associate Geotechnical Director for their Glasgow or Perth office.

Are you a Principal/Associate Engineer looking for a step up or an Associate Engineer looking for a fresh challenge? If so, apply today!

Job Description

• As team leader looking at ground movement analysis you will work with structural engineers on a portfolio of major developments nationally
• You will work closely with other colleagues to deliver integrated ground investigations, interpretative reports and geotechnical design advice for a wide range of projects including tall towers, deep basements, retaining walls, ground improvement and earthworks by using a collective national and local resource.
• You will be part of the national service line and one of your key tasks will be ensuring you utilise the technical support within the regions by sharing work around the business, as well as the local teams to deliver GMA and design to enhance a resilient and technically strong national virtual team.

Your core responsibilities would include:

• Design management of aspects of projects on behalf of the Geotechnical National Service Line to ensure projects are delivered competently, effectively, on budget and on time.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and data interpretation use FEM 2D and 3D.
• Critically appraise a site based on available data and highlight key geotechnical design considerations.
• Prepare interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Undertake tunnel and other 3rd party asset assessments.
• Work under the technical management and direction of the National Service line lead for Geotechnics whilst reporting locally via cost centre to a Regional Director.
• Collaborative and supportive of the NSL you will ensure work is shared nationally and that you train and mentor the national technical team as directed by the NSL UK lead.

What we need from you:

• Degree in Geology, Geophysics, Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Chartered status preferred
• Competent in the use of PLAXIS 2D/3D, Oasys PDisp, Oasys XDisp, WALLOP and Settle3
• Able to teach and mentor others
• Strong team player able to take instruction and provide timeous support
• Have a sound understanding of geotechnical principles in relation to structural design of buildings
• Be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and to be able to build and develop relationships, nationally with colleagues
• Ability to work with structural engineers and to respond to their geotechnical queries on a daily basis

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.