Graduate Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer

We require a Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer to assist our Contracts Manager in the organisation, undertaking and running of the site works within the North West.

Why Sub Surface? Joining our esteemed company means stepping into a world of opportunities. Our extensive roster of renowned, established clients offers a multitude of interesting projects to get involved with, ranging from iconic sports stadiums to cutting-edge international defence infrastructure.

We offer a career path with numerous opportunities for growth, learning, and success. Your success is our success, and we're committed to supporting your ongoing professional growth and development.

What the Role Entails. As a Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer at Sub Surface, you'll play a pivotal role in the success of our projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Project Management - Setting up, organising and supervising a wide variety of site investigation contracts, plus liaising with sub-contractors and Clients on site.


• Hands on Fieldwork - Excavation of trial pits to assess the ground conditions, obtain samples for contamination analysis, expose foundations and services. Plus carrying out in-situ tests: plate bearing, CBR, soakaways, permeability tests, etc.


• Monitoring: Monitoring and sampling of standpipes for groundwater and landfill gas.


• Logging Samples - Logging soil and rock samples in accordance with British Standards and Eurocode 7.
  
  Why You? While previous experience is preferable, full training will be given. We are looking for someone who:


• Has the Qualifications: A B.Sc. / M.Sc. in a Geotechnical or Environmental related subject is essential.


• Is Self-Motivated: You should be able to work on your own initiative, taking ownership of projects.


• Is a Great Communicator: Effective communication with clients and sub-contractors is key to our success.


• Isn't Afraid to Get Dirty: We're a hands-on team, so don't be afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved.


• Has a Driving License: A full driving license, preferably clean, is essential.
  
  Established in 1972, Sub Surface are a nationally recognised leader in Site Investigation, Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting. With offices strategically located across the North West (HQ), North East, Midlands, and South East, we take immense pride in delivering a high level of expertise and dedication to our valued clients.
  
  Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 plus up to £5000 in overtime available


• Full time contract


• Monday to Friday (very occasional weekend work will be required).


• 37.5 hrs per week (Some early starts will be required to get to site for 8am)


• 24 days holiday per year plus bank holidays


• Annual Salary Review


• Free parking


• Sick pay


Join our Friendly Team

Sub Surface are a friendly family-run group of companies, and our head office in Preston, Lancashire offers a pleasant working environment and free parking. Our other offices are located in Ossett, West Yorkshire; Tipton, West Midlands; and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.