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.
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