Project Geotechnical Consultant (Marine)

Job Description

Join Fugro’s Geotechnical Consulting team in Wallingford as a Project Geotechnical Consultant. You will contribute to high‑quality geotechnical analysis, help develop innovative technical solutions, and support the delivery of complex multidisciplinary studies with a strong focus on marine and offshore environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine geotechnical engineering analyses, including developing soil parameters, foundation assessments, and preparing high‑quality technical reports for clients.
• Undertake non‑standard or more complex geotechnical analyses under the guidance of senior consultants.
• Supervise and support junior team members, ensuring quality control of technical work and deliverables.
• Provide technical and procedural training to colleagues as needed.
• Develop technical solutions that meet client needs and contribute to the preparation of costed proposals and bids.
• Support business development activities by helping to build client relationships and promote Fugro’s geotechnical capabilities.
• Act as project manager for assigned studies, coordinating tasks, managing budgets and schedules, and integrating inputs from other discipline teams.
• Recommend and implement improvements in specific technical areas to enhance team performance and service quality.
• Ensure full compliance with QHSSE standards and uphold Fugro’s commitment to safe, high‑quality project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams across geoscience, geology, GIS, commercial, and laboratory functions to deliver integrated project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline such as Soil Mechanics or Engineering Geology.
• Post‑graduate qualification in Soil Mechanics or equivalent; a PhD is desirable.
• Experience in a geotechnical engineering environment (industry experience preferred, including demonstratable marine experience).
• Experience in marine foundation design is essential.
• Strong numerical modelling capability and a highly numerate approach to problem‑solving.
• Experience supervising or supporting junior team members is beneficial.
• Working towards, or already holding, Professional Chartered status (preferred).
• Proficiency in finite element analysis tools such as PLAXIS or Abaqus (preferred).
• Ability to code in Python or develop Excel macros is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to independently process and interpret geo‑data.
• A proactive approach to learning, client engagement, and delivering high‑quality results.

Benefits

• Extensive career & training opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Long service awards
• Employee referral bonus scheme

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