Supervising Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Fugro is now seeking a Geotechnical Supervising Engineer to join the Offshore Site Investigation and Reporting team based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK. This is an exceptional opportunity to work as part of a global team on site characterisation, independently supervising offshore site investigations projects, including engineering analyses and production of technical reports.

The Geotechnical Supervising Engineer will have the opportunity to assist the Senior Engineer in the professional development of team members. Whilst this role is predominantly office based, some travel and offshore site work will also be required, typically 30 to 60 days per year working aboard a drillship, both in UK and foreign waters, to lead the offshore geotechnical team.

Your duties will also include but not be limited to -

• Actively play the role of site management or team leader on routine and non-routine offshore site investigation projects.

• Supervising a team of engineers, assistant engineers and engineering assistants;

• Attending client meetings and performing client-related project administrative tasks;

• Assigning laboratory tests and monitoring progress through the laboratory;

• Independently evaluating, selecting, performing and checking standard engineering analyses;

• Producing field, laboratory parameters and engineering reports for further review by senior colleagues;

• Approving report deliverables;

• Assisting other professionals with technical training, proposals, invoices and marketing;

• Assisting with continuing development of inter-company and Client contacts;

• Recommending and implementing improvements in specific operational area;

Who we're looking for -

• You would like exposure to a wide variety of geotechnical projects on a global scale;

• You would like to work for the world’s leading geo-data company;

• You are looking for a company who offers excellent learning and development opportunities;

• You want to work with the latest cutting-edge technology.

Essential

• Degree in civil engineering or related discipline or equivalent in experience;

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• Proven ability to problem solved;

• Proven post-graduate experience within an engineering environment, including management of engineering projects.

Desirable

• Knowledge of soil and rock description and testing and reporting;

• Good knowledge of geology and soil mechanics;

• Good knowledge of soil/rock and foundation engineering issues;

• Professional chartered status or equivalent experience.

What we’ll offer you:

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.

• Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme

• Option to lease an electric car.

• Cycle to work Scheme.

• Life Assurance

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**