Geotechnical Engineer - Construction Projects

Geotechnical Engineer £40,000 - £50,000 + Company Car/Car Allowance North West based construction projects - Liverpool, Manchester, Wirral, Wigan Excellent contractual benefits and career prospects Permanent We have an exciting and exclusive role with our client for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join their rapidly expanding North West Team. As our clients new geo-technical engineer, you will be responsible for the study and review of the natural environment before one of their construction project takes place. This includes reviewing the surrounding minerals and materials and helping to design projects based on your findings. Your day to day responsibilities will be: Gathering and analysing data Looking at the risk of geological hazards and making sure any factors affecting engineering works are identified and managed Advising on procedures required and the suitability of construction materials Using specialist computer software to create analytical 2D and 3D models Consulting geological maps and aerial photographs to advise on site selection Assisting with the design of built structures, using specialised computer software or calculations Planning detailed field investigations by drilling and analysing samples of deposits or bedrock Supervising ground investigations and budgets Advising on and testing a range of construction materials including sand, gravel, bricks and clay Making recommendations on the proposed use of a site Managing staff, including other engineering geologists, geotechnical engineers, consultants and contractors Working to preserve and protect the physical environment Analysing sites and designs for environmentally sensitive developments, such as landfill. Your Qualifications and Experience 2-5 years experience in a similar role Degree educated in a relevant subject, such as: Geological engineering Geology Geotechnology Geophysics Mineral or mining engineering Contractual Benefits £40,000 - £50,000 DOE Company car or car allowance 24 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Monday to Friday 7am start (if required on site) Attractive pension contributions Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age