Graduate Geotechnical Design Engineer 2026 at Galliford Try in Solihull, England, United Kingdom | From GBP29,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

ground investigation

design reports

foundation design

design checks

technical drawings

site visits

Attend meetings and site visits with Geotechnical Design Engineer or Senior Design Engineer to discuss project-specific geotechnical requirements and solutions for tenders and projects.
Prepare Ground Investigation Reports (GIR), Geotechnical design Reports (GDR), perform foundation assessments based on GI data, providing design recommendations and summarizing findings for site conditions.
Contribute to ensuring compliance with the company’s Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management standards.
Take a proactive approach to your own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your technical knowledge and stay updated with industry developments.
Check design calculations completed by other team members or external consultants.
Assist in the preparation of geotechnical design briefs and performing analysis, design calculations for foundations, slopes, retaining walls, earth works and other ground engineering aspects.
Assist in preparing technical drawings, models, and schedules based on geotechnical designs and analyses.
Assist in scoping and preparing Ground Investigations (GI), including determining techniques, drafting specifications, and supervising on-site work to ensure safety, data accuracy, and quality.
Support the governance process, ensuring designs and checks are completed within deadlines and fee estimates.

Requirements

adaptability

collaboration

communication

An adapter: You have a flexible approach to work, able to adapt to new circumstances or change in plans and you can positively change direction when needed.
A collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with lots of different people at different levels, providing valuable input into key projects.

Benefits

Private medical insurance
Two paid volunteering days per year
28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with years of service, with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme
A range of benefit schemes including: Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on your favourite brands and holidays.
A starting salary of £29,500
Agile working programme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

step 1: submit application.
step 2: complete a pre‑recorded video interview covering self‑awareness, curiosity, innovation and communication.
step 3: attend a virtual assessment centre including an individual interview, dynamic group tasks, and a meet‑the‑team session.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£3.7 billion+

Order Book Value

After selling its housing arm in January 2020, the company rebuilt a significant order book, reflecting its strategic focus and growth.

£1.77 billion

Annual Revenue 2024

The company delivered £1.77 billion in revenue, showcasing its operational strength and market presence.

a national construction powerhouse with a history tracing back to two century‑old local builders.
now focusing on Building, Infrastructure (including Highways and Environment), and Specialist Services, delivering projects such as schools, hospitals, water barriers, and road networks.
expanded through strategic acquisitions—Morrison Construction in 2006, Miller Construction in 2014, and water and specialist services firms since 2021—to broaden its technical capabilities.
delivers projects in sectors like education, health, defence, justice facilities, major highways, water treatment infrastructure, fire‑safety upgrades, and digital infrastructure.
retains dual brands—Galliford Try in England & Wales and Morrison Construction in Scotland—to maintain regional strength.
has shown strong growth, recovering from COVID, reinstating dividends in 2021, and aiming to exceed £2.2 billion in revenue and achieve a 4% operating margin by 2030.

Culture + Values

Excellence
Passion
Integrity
Collaboration
Health and safety always prioritised – “nothing is so important that we cannot take the time to do it safely.”
Agile and smart working methods to enable people to reach their potential.
People‑oriented, progressive culture driven from top leadership.

Environment + Sustainability

62% CO₂e reduction

Carbon Emissions Reduction (2012–2020)

A significant reduction in carbon emissions (Scope 1, 2, and operational Scope 3) was achieved between 2012 and 2020.

93% electric cars

Electric and Plug-In Hybrid Fleet

Over 90% of the company's vehicle fleet consists of electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable mobility.

100% renewable electricity

Clean Energy Target

The company aims to power its operations entirely with renewable electricity by the end of 2025.

16 activities mapped

Net Zero Route Map

A comprehensive plan addressing key activities contributing to carbon emissions has been published, including diesel use, vehicle emissions, and materials.

Net zero on Scope 1 and 2 operations by 2030; Scope 1, 2 and 3 across all activities by 2045.
Near-term emissions targets validated by SBTi (aligned to 1.5 °C).
Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2.5% in 2023 vs 2022; diesel use down 9.1%, vehicle emissions down 6.9%.
65% Scope 1 and 2 reduction by 2021.
Zero construction waste to landfill by 2026.
Sub-133 g/km fleet average in 2011 down to 86 g/km in 2020.
PAS 2080:2023 certification achieved (carbon management).
CDP B grade for environmental performance maintained in 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

22.5% gender pay gap

Mean gender pay gap reduction

The mean gender pay gap has been reduced from 28.8% in 2020 to 22.5% in 2024.

74% employee engagement

Employee engagement score

Employee engagement levels are at 74%, exceeding the sector average of 66%.

55% senior leaders

Inclusive Leadership programme participation

55% of senior leaders have completed the Inclusive Leadership programme.

Appointed a dedicated Inclusion Lead and steering group (July 2023).
Pilot mentoring scheme for girls: ~50 students across 5 schools.
Awarded Leaders in Diversity (Highways business) and national FREDIE standards.

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Role

Description

ground investigation

design reports

foundation design

design checks

technical drawings

site visits

Attend meetings and site visits with Geotechnical Design Engineer or Senior Design Engineer to discuss project-specific geotechnical requirements and solutions for tenders and projects.
Prepare Ground Investigation Reports (GIR), Geotechnical design Reports (GDR), perform foundation assessments based on GI data, providing design recommendations and summarizing findings for site conditions.
Contribute to ensuring compliance with the company’s Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management standards.
Take a proactive approach to your own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your technical knowledge and stay updated with industry developments.
Check design calculations completed by other team members or external consultants.
Assist in the preparation of geotechnical design briefs and performing analysis, design calculations for foundations, slopes, retaining walls, earth works and other ground engineering aspects.
Assist in preparing technical drawings, models, and schedules based on geotechnical designs and analyses.
Assist in scoping and preparing Ground Investigations (GI), including determining techniques, drafting specifications, and supervising on-site work to ensure safety, data accuracy, and quality.
Support the governance process, ensuring designs and checks are completed within deadlines and fee estimates.

Requirements

adaptability

collaboration

communication

An adapter: You have a flexible approach to work, able to adapt to new circumstances or change in plans and you can positively change direction when needed.
A collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with lots of different people at different levels, providing valuable input into key projects.

Benefits

Private medical insurance
Two paid volunteering days per year
28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with years of service, with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme
A range of benefit schemes including: Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on your favourite brands and holidays.
A starting salary of £29,500
Agile working programme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

step 1: submit application.
step 2: complete a pre‑recorded video interview covering self‑awareness, curiosity, innovation and communication.
step 3: attend a virtual assessment centre including an individual interview, dynamic group tasks, and a meet‑the‑team session.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£3.7 billion+

Order Book Value

After selling its housing arm in January 2020, the company rebuilt a significant order book, reflecting its strategic focus and growth.

£1.77 billion

Annual Revenue 2024

The company delivered £1.77 billion in revenue, showcasing its operational strength and market presence.

a national construction powerhouse with a history tracing back to two century‑old local builders.
now focusing on Building, Infrastructure (including Highways and Environment), and Specialist Services, delivering projects such as schools, hospitals, water barriers, and road networks.
expanded through strategic acquisitions—Morrison Construction in 2006, Miller Construction in 2014, and water and specialist services firms since 2021—to broaden its technical capabilities.
delivers projects in sectors like education, health, defence, justice facilities, major highways, water treatment infrastructure, fire‑safety upgrades, and digital infrastructure.
retains dual brands—Galliford Try in England & Wales and Morrison Construction in Scotland—to maintain regional strength.
has shown strong growth, recovering from COVID, reinstating dividends in 2021, and aiming to exceed £2.2 billion in revenue and achieve a 4% operating margin by 2030.

Culture + Values

Excellence
Passion
Integrity
Collaboration
Health and safety always prioritised – “nothing is so important that we cannot take the time to do it safely.”
Agile and smart working methods to enable people to reach their potential.
People‑oriented, progressive culture driven from top leadership.

Environment + Sustainability

62% CO₂e reduction

Carbon Emissions Reduction (2012–2020)

A significant reduction in carbon emissions (Scope 1, 2, and operational Scope 3) was achieved between 2012 and 2020.

93% electric cars

Electric and Plug-In Hybrid Fleet

Over 90% of the company's vehicle fleet consists of electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable mobility.

100% renewable electricity

Clean Energy Target

The company aims to power its operations entirely with renewable electricity by the end of 2025.

16 activities mapped

Net Zero Route Map

A comprehensive plan addressing key activities contributing to carbon emissions has been published, including diesel use, vehicle emissions, and materials.

Net zero on Scope 1 and 2 operations by 2030; Scope 1, 2 and 3 across all activities by 2045.
Near-term emissions targets validated by SBTi (aligned to 1.5 °C).
Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2.5% in 2023 vs 2022; diesel use down 9.1%, vehicle emissions down 6.9%.
65% Scope 1 and 2 reduction by 2021.
Zero construction waste to landfill by 2026.
Sub-133 g/km fleet average in 2011 down to 86 g/km in 2020.
PAS 2080:2023 certification achieved (carbon management).
CDP B grade for environmental performance maintained in 2025.