Senior/Principal Geotechnical Consultant
Full time Southampton
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Geo team in our Southampton office.
The Team – Our Geo Division
Geo is a core discipline within Hydrock – it's where we come from with both our CEO and COO having a Geo background!
Hydrock is a leading consultancy firm specialising in geoenvironmental and geotechnical engineering. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, we deliver high-quality solutions to clients across various sectors, including renewables, commercial, industrial, residential, infrastructure, and aviation.
The Role:
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Consultant. The ideal candidate will have 6 to 10 years of experience in geoenvironmental and geotechnical consultancy, with a strong commitment to professionalism.
As a Geo Consultant, you will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating geo assignments including (but not limited to): desk studies, ground investigations (factual and interpretative), geotechnical, human health, groundwater and gas risk assessments, and interpretative reports.
You will act as the focal point of contact with colleagues in the SW region, across the range of disciplines represented within Hydrock. You will contribute to work-winning and business development in the SW and represent Hydrock in client meetings.
This is a great opportunity to progress your career and actively help develop a team of professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Typically 5+ years of experience in geoenvironmental and geotechnical consultancy.
* Ideally Chartered or actively working towards chartership.
* Can procure, run, and deliver Ground Investigations (GIs), adapting to unforeseen circumstances such as ground conditions, client requirements, and local residents.
* Manages site investigation works to BS 5930 and 10175 standards, ensuring health and safety compliance, accurate logging of soils and rock, and scheduling of soil, rock, and water samples.
* Manage the procurement, site delivery, reporting, and finance aspects of fieldwork contractors.
* Ensure all works are undertaken in accordance with Hydrock’s Health and Safety policies.
* Be able to competently prepare Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and ensure their compliant delivery by Hydrock staff and 3rd party contractors. Undertake senior reviews of site works supervised by others.
* Prepares interpretative Ground Investigation Reports (GIR) to a high standard covering both environmental and geotechnical aspects, ensuring the ground model is correct and the interpretation is clear and supported by data. Ensure reporting reflects appointed scope and client objectives. Support from others may be necessary where complex environmental or geotechnical aspects need to be considered. Deliver these in accordance with agreed timeframes.
* Be involved in supporting others in geotechnical design and/or environmental remedial design. Provide input into Geotechnical Design Reports (GDRs), remedial options appraisal reports, and remedial strategies.
* Be able to input and undertake a range of interpretative reports and follow-on reports (depending on complexity) to a good standard with minimal input necessary on review. Examples include Verification Plans, Materials Management Plan, Detailed Quantitative Risk Assessment for human health and/or controlled waters, Earthworks Specification, and EIA chapter.
* Be able and capable of reviewing Phase 1 Desk Studies and GIRs to a high standard, although it is acknowledged that for more complex sites additional support may be necessary.
* Be able to carry out remediation, Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP), and earthworks watching briefs.
* Be able to project manage own projects and manage any junior staff that may be working on the project.
* Has good project financial control and actively ensures projects are completed in accordance with the appointed scope and associated fee. Where variations occur, these should be raised with the client and additional fees agreed in a timely manner. Support management in raising and issuing invoices.
* Manage client day-to-day queries with a professional attitude and promoting Hydrock.
* Assist in supporting colleagues where they have specific development requirements.
Business Development:
* Support the team in reviewing, producing, and issuing fee proposals.
* Have a good awareness of the wider disciplines that Hydrock offers and pro-actively promote our wider capabilities where opportunities arise.
* Demonstrate commercial thinking and client management skills.
* Contribute to the work pipeline by securing repeat work from existing clients or demonstrate an ability to seek out new opportunities.
* Work to identify a number of business development events and attend with colleagues.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related field.
* Sufficient and relevant experience, ideally gained in ground investigation, interpretation, and reporting.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in geoenvironmental and geotechnical consultancy.
* Working knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (BS 5930, 10175).
* Proficient in project management, financial control, and client relationship management.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Proactive attitude towards professional development and business growth.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
* Demonstrable skills in writing accurate, concise, clear, and well-constructed technical reports, reviewing the work of others, assessing the technical approach, and determining compliance with relevant guidance and the client’s requirements.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
What We Offer:
* Inspiring and supportive colleagues
* Recognition for hard work and career progression
* Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
* Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
* Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity
The Stantec Group champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application.
If shortlisted, you’ll first connect with our Talent Acquisition Team for a pre-screening call (about 30 minutes) to discuss your motivation and interest in the role. From there, successful candidates will be invited to a formal interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.
Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
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