Principal Engineering Geologist

1w1 week ago

Mott MacDonald

Glasgow, GB · Full-time · £60,000 – £85,000

About this role

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering consultancy with over 20,000 employees across 50+ countries. As a Principal Engineering Geologist, you'll join the dynamic Ground Engineering team in the Buildings Unit, shaping the future of ground engineering on landmark projects across the UK, Ireland, and beyond.

Produce desk studies, design and manage ground investigations, supervise activities, and develop insightful ground models to guide design and risk assessment. Create comprehensive Ground Investigation Reports and assess ground parameters for project success. Take ownership of budgeting and cost control while partnering with clients.

Primarily based in-office in Glasgow or Edinburgh, you'll conduct site visits, client meetings, and GI supervision for variety. Work across sectors like defence, health, education, transportation, maritime, water, and energy in the diverse Buildings market.

Collaborate with global specialists, mentor the next generation of geologists, and unlock career progression from day one. As an employee-owned business, enjoy opportunities to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden experience internationally.

Requirements

BSc or MSc in Engineering Geology
Experience producing desk studies for ground engineering projects
Proficiency in designing, specifying, and managing ground investigations
Skills in supervising GI activities and developing ground models
Ability to prepare Ground Investigation Reports and assess ground parameters
Knowledge of budgeting and cost control in geotechnical projects
Competence in risk assessment for built environment projects

Responsibilities

Produce desk studies and design, specify, and manage ground investigations (GI) for real-world challenges
Supervise GI activities and transform investigation data into insightful ground models
Create comprehensive Ground Investigation Reports (GIRs) and assess ground parameters
Take ownership of budgeting and cost control as a trusted internal and client partner
Collaborate with and mentor the next generation of geologists
Guide design and risk assessment using ground models

Benefits

Work on iconic projects spanning defence, health, education, transportation, maritime, water, and energy
Expand expertise in the diverse Buildings market with public and private sector clients
Opportunities for personal and professional growth delivering projects from day one
Surrounded by global specialists for collaboration, learning, and development
Employee-owned business empowering inclusion and value for all