Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Join Our Team as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer!

Are you ready to make a significant impact on the future of rail infrastructure? We’re seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our dynamic East West Rail team in St Neots, Cambridgeshire.

Location & Working Conditions

Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire – hybrid working available
Hours: Permanent Full-time, 45 hours per week – we’re open to condensed hours and flexible scheduling. Just let us know what works for you!

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Role

As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in delivering a range of surveys for the East West Rail project, specifically the Bedford to Cambridge section. You’ll coordinate and manage geotechnical ground investigations, ensuring safe and efficient delivery while achieving high-quality samples and tests.

Key Responsibilities

In your role as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will:

• Facilitate the planning and programming of ground investigation fieldwork with drilling suppliers.
• Track and record progress against the program, auditing the quality and consistency of borehole log descriptions.
• Conduct safety inspections and proactively record near misses and safety incidents.
• Identify potential issues early and collaborate with drilling suppliers to find effective solutions.
• Support drill rig inspections and coordinate with the land access manager regarding site availability.

What We’re Looking For

We’re excited to find someone who has:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, Geology, or a related field, providing a solid technical foundation.
• Extensive experience in delivering ground investigations and site-based geotechnical work.
• Confidence in using AGS geotechnical data and Common Data Environment (CDE) systems to keep projects organized and compliant.
• Experience managing subcontractors, showcasing strong planning, coordination, and communication skills.
• A full driving license and the flexibility to travel to sites as needed.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We value the unique perspectives of our employees and are committed to continuous improvement in our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team at Kier!

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