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    Civil Engineering

    Senior Geotechnical Engineer

    London, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-time6–10 yrs experiencePosted 2w ago
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    Job description

    Senior Geotechnical Engineer – London, UK
    GHD | Shaping the world with smart, sustainable engineering

    Are you ready to take your geotechnical expertise to the next level? GHD is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our dynamic team in London, where innovation meets impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects that shape infrastructure and communities across the UK and beyond.

    What You’ll Do

    As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering technical excellence across a range of geotechnical projects. Your responsibilities will include:

    • Field Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and interpret geotechnical field data, including mapping, testing, and inspections.
    • Design & Development: Support the development of geotechnical designs and feasibility studies.
    • Project Coordination: Align field requirements with short-term plans, mine development, and environmental protection.
    • Technical Reporting: Prepare detailed geotechnical reports and contribute to reservoir characterization and simulation.
    • Innovation & Knowledge Sharing: Lead internal knowledge-sharing initiatives and contribute to technical developments.
    • Client Engagement: Manage relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

    What You Bring

    We’re looking for someone with:

    • A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
    • 6–10 years of relevant experience, including supervision of junior colleagues.
    • Advanced skills in geotechnical analysis, geophysical and geochemical interpretation, and data management.
    • Proven ability to manage complex projects, troubleshoot technical issues, and deliver innovative engineering solutions.
    • Strong competencies in collaboration, decision-making, planning, and technical leadership.

    Your Traits

    You’re someone who thrives in complexity and brings:

    • A need for achievement and a drive to exceed expectations.
    • Adaptability, composure, and confidence in challenging environments.
    • A natural inclination for collaboration, empathy, and openness to differences.
    • A passion for continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing.

    Why GHD?

    At GHD, we’re committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in water, energy, and urbanisation. You’ll be part of a global network of passionate professionals, supported by a culture of inclusion, flexibility, and growth.

    • Competitive salary and benefits
    • Flexible working arrangements
    • Career development and training opportunities
    • A collaborative and inclusive work environment

    Ready to shape the future with us?
    Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that’s engineering a better tomorrow.

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    About the company

    Ghd

    Established in 1928 and privately owned by our people, GHD operates across five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America - and the Pacific region. We employ more than 9000 people in 200+ offices to deliver projects with high standards of safety, quality and ethics across the entire asset value chain. Driven by a client-service led culture, we connect the knowledge, skill and experience of our people with innovative practices, technical capabilities and robust systems to create lasting community benefits. Committed to sustainable development, GHD improves the physical, natural and social environments of the many communities in which we operate. We are guided by our workplace health, safety, quality and environmental management systems, which are certified by Lloyds Register Quality Assurance to the relevant international standards (ISO and OHSAS). In alignment with the global demands of water, energy and urbanisation, our aim is to exceed the expectations of our clients and contribute to their success.

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    Industry
    Civil Engineering
    Founded
    1928
    Open roles
    620

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