RSK Geosciences, part of the RSK Group are recruiting for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join the team based in Hemel Hempstead. This is a full time, permanent position. Responsibilities: Managing a variety of geo-environmental and geotechnical projects for both external clients and for other teams within RSK. Providing technical support at all stages of assigned projects and controlling project costs Overseeing ground investigations Contract administration and preparation of specifications Soil and rock logging to current geotechnical standards, including laboratory scheduling Geotechnical analysis and design of slopes, earthworks, foundations, basements and retaining structures Working knowledge of contaminated land issues would be beneficial Preparing and checking technical notes, drawings and geotechnical reports Prepare proposals and tenders and contribute to business development activity Travel to other offices and sites within the UK (as needed) Mentor and support team members as appropriate, providing guardianship and imparting your knowledge and expertise to less experience employees; Establish and develop strong working relationships with new and existing clients, which is integral to the growth of the Geosciences department in Hemel Hempstead and the wider business; Provide technical leadership in the day to day delivery of projects. In addition to your normal duties, you may occasionally be required to undertake additional work necessary to meet the needs of the business, without additional remuneration. Qualifications and Experience: BEng or BSc or equivalent in Civil, Geology or Geotechnical Engineering or similar Typically a further degree in Soil/Rock Mechanics, Engineering Geology, Geotechnics or equivalent would be desirable Chartered Engineer/Geologist with a relevant professional body or working towards Chartered status with a relevant institution (e.g. CGeol, CEng, RoGEP); Typically requires at least 10 to 15 years specific relevant experience A thorough understanding of geology, ground investigation works, engineering geology and geotechnical engineering Significant and demonstrable experience of geotechnical inspections, studies, design and reporting, preferably on residential developments Able to complete factual and interpretative assessments Able to deliver projects and work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy Able to write proposals that are both technically sound and commercially accurate Provide strong technical leadership and mentoring skills to project staff RSK Job Description HRF01 Issue 1 Strong track record in managing time and resources effectively and within budget Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with Experience Contributory Pension Scheme Free life assurance cover A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, and private health care RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Engineering Geotechnical rskfamily RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.