Senior Geotechnical Engineer​/Senior Engineering Geologist

Company Description

At AECOM, we deliver a better world by helping people and communities thrive through infrastructure, digital innovation, and sustainability. As a global team of over 50,000 professionals, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build lasting legacies.

We are seeking a senior geotechnical engineer or senior engineering geologist to join our Ground Engineering team in Bristol. This role supports a wide range of projects, from national grid upgrades to high‑speed rail, hydraulics, and offshore facilities.

We offer a hybrid work model, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days, and competitive benefits. You will have the flexibility to work from an AECOM office, a remote location, or at a client site while collaborating with a dynamic, inclusivity‑driven environment.

• Lead day‑to‑day project delivery, ensuring technical quality, budget adherence, and programme milestones.
• Provide expertise in technical review meetings, owning decisions and proposing alternative ideas.
• Maintain client satisfaction and develop fee proposals for internal and external clients.
• Own personal and professional development and mentor junior staff.
• Apply geotechnical design from desk study through ground investigation, interpretation, and final design, including specifications, construction drawings, and design reports.

• BEng / MEng in Civil Engineering or BSc / MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology.
• Chartered Engineer (IEng/CEng) or Geologist (CGeol) status is preferred or on track to achieve within the next year.
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions, investigation practices, and current design codes.
• Demonstrated experience in geotechnical design for earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, and slope stabilisation.
• Experience with data management software (e.g., gINT, Open Ground) is advantageous.
• Well‑rounded experience in geotechnical analysis and design packages, including drawings, risk assessments, specifications, and design reports.
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations, Safety in Design, and specialised field standards (e.g., highways, railways) is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clear technical reports and present confidently in person or remotely.
• Clean driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

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