Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious

Geotechnical Engineer

to join our expanding Geotechnical Engineering team in our

Glasgow.

The Geotechnical Engineering team provide a wide range of geotechnical design services across all project stages including feasibility studies, ground investigations, geotechnical interpretation, preliminary and detailed design, and construction supervision for geotechnical works. As part of the team in Scotland you will also contribute to and support the strategic growth within the various markets we operate, including but not limited to renewables infrastructure, transmission, transportation and flood protection across Scotland and supporting our multi-disciplinary Northern Ireland business within RPS.


We're RPS, a Tetra Tech company, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. Here you'll find work that is challenging and rewarding, and you'll be supported every step of the way.

What you'll be doing

Working with a high degree of independence, candidates will have day to day responsibility for their allocated tasks, ensuring technical quality and adherence to allocated budget and programme

Support to the Senior team members in project delivery, work winning and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction

Active input to team and client meetings, being prepared to explain decisions and put forward alternative ideas and concepts

Assisting with preparation of fee proposals and proposals for internal and external clients.

Preparing, a wide range of technical documents including Desk Studies, Interpretative reports, specifications, construction drawings and Design reports

Undertaking site inspections/supervision to confirm compliance with the Specification for the works

Who we're looking for

Experience of working within a geotechnical consultancy/Contractor in the UK

Relevant experience, knowledge and skills of geotechnical engineering/geology principals and practice including planning and supervising ground investigations, undertaking geotechnical reporting, completing geotechnical design analysis and reports, and preparation of contract drawings, specifications and schedules in compliance with relevant standards.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write clear and concise technical reports and documents.

Strong analytical skills and possess strong problem solving and inter-personal skills, working closely and collaboratively with colleagues and clients in a multi-disciplinary environment to define solutions to geotechnical problems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team and organise workload to ensure project timescales are met

Full driving licence. Candidates should be willing to travel within the UK & Ireland.

Qualifications

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or BSc/MSc in Engineering Geology.

Graduate Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers/Geological Society of London) and ideally working towards chartered status

What is in it for you?

We're proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master's degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.


We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Why choose RPS, a Tetra Tech company:

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.


We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech's strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.


As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.


We're a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that's right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs - this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. #LI-RA1

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