Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Costain Group PLC

. Produce and check geotechnical calculations and specifications for shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls, and earthworks .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeManchester • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical calculations, BIM/CAD modeling, and the production of Eurocode 7-compliant reports. Proficient in managing geotechnical data and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective engineering solutions.

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Geotechnical CalculationsBIM/CAD ModelingEurocode 7 ComplianceDigital Proficiency in GEO5, WALLAP, Plaxis 2D/3DChartered Engineer Status (CEng or CGeol)

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Hard Skills

Geotechnical CalculationsBIM/CAD ModelingGround Investigation ReportsSoil and Rock Design ParametersData ManagementField and Laboratory Data AnalysisGeotechnical Design ReportsWorkflow AutomationChange ManagementTechnical Presentations

Soft Skills

CollaborationWorkload ManagementProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

GEO5WALLAPPlaxis 2D/3DOasys PackagesGrasshopperPython

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Engineer (CEng)Chartered Geologist (CGeol)

Industry Keywords

Geotechnical EngineeringCivil EngineeringUK Regulatory FrameworksCDM RegulationsMulti-Sector ProjectsRailWaterEnergyHighwaysRock Mechanics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Produce and check geotechnical calculations and specifications for shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls, and earthworks
Review and guide the production of BIM/CAD models and drawings
Process AGS files, manage geotechnical data, and produce digital 2D/3D ground models
Derive soil and rock design parameters for engineering use
Contribute to automation of repetitive tasks and calculations
Produce Eurocode 7-compliant reports, including desktop studies, Ground Investigation Reports, and Geotechnical Design Reports
Plan and scope ground investigations and interpret laboratory and in-situ test results
Collaborate with civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers and project managers
Participate in design reviews and interdisciplinary design check sessions and deliver technical presentations
Manage workload and assigned work packages to agreed cost, time, and quality standards
Manage change and resource allocations
Respond to site Technical Queries for permanent and temporary works designs
Guide construction teams by reviewing previous designs and proposing alternative ground and civil engineering solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology or Engineering Geology, or equivalent experience
Chartered status (e.g. CEng or CGeol), or near chartered with equivalent industry experience
UK experience as a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist within civil engineering
Digital proficiency in design calculations using industry-recognised packages such as GEO5, WALLAP, Plaxis 2D/3D, or Oasys packages
Experience scoping and analysing field and laboratory data to develop ground models and project-specific geotechnical solutions
Strong working knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks, e.g. CDM Regulations
Awareness of geotechnical data management and workflow automation
Unrestricted right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available
Additional technically focused qualifications/training (desirable)
Multi-sector project experience in Rail, Water, Energy and Highways (desirable)
Rock mechanics experience (desirable)
Ability to use computational design tools and programming languages such as Grasshopper or Python (desirable)
Environmental and sustainability considerations in project work (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working with remote working to promote wellbeing
Permanent employment option
Fixed-term contract option
Occasional visits to other offices and sites
Opportunity to work on high-profile UK infrastructure projects