Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

As a Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a key role in leading and managing geotechnical projects from conception to completion. You will utilize your expertise to provide technical guidance, conduct analyses, and deliver practical solutions to complex geotechnical challenges. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute your insights to ensure the successful delivery of projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

This role can be based from either our Exeter office, or Birmingham office. You are open to discussing hybrid working but you must have a full UK right to work to be considered for this post.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Project Management:

• Lead geotechnical investigations, feasibility studies, and site assessments.



• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and ensure adherence to timelines and financial objectives.



• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to facilitate project approvals and permits.


Technical Analysis and Design:


• Conduct geotechnical analysis, including slope stability assessments, foundation design, and soil-structure interaction analyses.



• Utilize advanced software and tools to model complex geotechnical systems and evaluate engineering solutions.



• Prepare detailed engineering reports, drawings, and specifications in accordance with industry standards and best practices.


Quality Assurance and Risk Management:


• Implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of geotechnical data and analyses.



• Identify potential risks and challenges associated with projects and develop mitigation strategies to address them effectively.



• Review and evaluate project deliverables to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and client expectations.


Mentorship and Leadership:


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, consultants, and support staff.



• Enable a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional development.
  
  Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or related field / time served experience


• Master's degree preferred.


Experience

• Min 6 years experience working within a consultancy environment



• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (e.g., Plaxis, GeoStudio, FLAC) a



• Familiarity with CAD and GIS tools., Excellent communication skills; Verbal & Written


• Ability to work independently from home and at the office


• Full UK driving licence and own transport


• Full right to work in the UK
  
  Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.


Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany's coal mining industry. RSBG SE's mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change., As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a diversity monitoring form. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve. By completing this form, you will help us to monitor and analyse diversity information so that we can ensure that our recruitment processes are fair and identify opportunities to improve them. Any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential and will not be seen by those involved in the selection process.