Principal Geotechnical Engineer at Wsp in Southampton, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

resource allocation

report development

staff management

client liaison

quality control

financial management

Assisting in the management of team resources and allocation of appropriate project resources.
The development of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients across a wide range of sectors , making use of efficient working practices to provide industry leading, best value services.
Managing, motivating, mentoring and developing professional staff.
Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison, contractors and sub consultants, public and statutory body consultation, quality control and management of specialists.
Effectively managing and delivering project work with robust project financial management.

Requirements

eurocode 7

geotechnical software

chartered

report writing

client liaison

ground investigation

Working knowledge of Eurocode 7 and UK annex design codes, ground investigation and construction contracts and specifications.
Familiarity and an ability to interrogate a wide range of geotechnical software for the design of civil engineering projects including deep and shallow foundations (including pile group analysis), embedded and gravity retaining walls, earthworks/slope stability and reinforced earthworks.
The skills to check and critically evaluate the work done by others, be it drawings, calculations or reports, and have a proven track record of doing so.
Excellent report-writing and client liaison skills.
Proven previous experience of undertaking and managing: desk studies; designing, procuring & supervising Ground Investigations (GIs); checking Ground Investigation Reports & Geotechnical Design Reports in accordance with the requirements of Eurocode 7 : Part 1.
Consultancy experience with demonstrably good commercial awareness and relationships with clients & contractors
An understanding of client requirements and the ability to influence contract specifications.
Chartered professional qualification and significant post qualification experience
Experience of being part of or leading delivery teams that are effective in delivering short to medium term projects from inception to construction.
Technical expertise in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology with a demonstrable understanding of the underlying principles of either discipline.
Experience in the delivery of geotechnical, engineering geology and other ground engineering projects, including preparing reports to a high technical level.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded 1959

Year Established

The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.

40+ Countries

Global Presence

WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.

Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

Culture + Values

78% global leadership

Internal Leadership Filling

Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.

3.7% retention increase

Employee Retention

Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.

>75% internal filling

Leadership Hiring Practices

Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.

Ethisphere recognition

Ethical Compliance

Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.

Environment + Sustainability

68% drop emissions

Emissions Reduction

Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.

65.1% SDG-linked

Sustainable Revenue

Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.

90% emission reduction

Long-term Goal

Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.

30% scope 3 reduction

Supply Chain Emissions

Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.

Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018

Inclusion & Diversity

No DEI content per instruction.

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Role

Description

resource allocation

report development

staff management

client liaison

quality control

financial management

Assisting in the management of team resources and allocation of appropriate project resources.
The development of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients across a wide range of sectors , making use of efficient working practices to provide industry leading, best value services.
Managing, motivating, mentoring and developing professional staff.
Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison, contractors and sub consultants, public and statutory body consultation, quality control and management of specialists.
Effectively managing and delivering project work with robust project financial management.

Requirements

eurocode 7

geotechnical software

chartered

report writing

client liaison

ground investigation

Working knowledge of Eurocode 7 and UK annex design codes, ground investigation and construction contracts and specifications.
Familiarity and an ability to interrogate a wide range of geotechnical software for the design of civil engineering projects including deep and shallow foundations (including pile group analysis), embedded and gravity retaining walls, earthworks/slope stability and reinforced earthworks.
The skills to check and critically evaluate the work done by others, be it drawings, calculations or reports, and have a proven track record of doing so.
Excellent report-writing and client liaison skills.
Proven previous experience of undertaking and managing: desk studies; designing, procuring & supervising Ground Investigations (GIs); checking Ground Investigation Reports & Geotechnical Design Reports in accordance with the requirements of Eurocode 7 : Part 1.
Consultancy experience with demonstrably good commercial awareness and relationships with clients & contractors
An understanding of client requirements and the ability to influence contract specifications.
Chartered professional qualification and significant post qualification experience
Experience of being part of or leading delivery teams that are effective in delivering short to medium term projects from inception to construction.
Technical expertise in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology with a demonstrable understanding of the underlying principles of either discipline.
Experience in the delivery of geotechnical, engineering geology and other ground engineering projects, including preparing reports to a high technical level.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found