Geotechnical Engineer

Location/s: SerbiaRecruiter contact: Pranjali AhujaMott MacDonaldWe’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy.Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.About The business unit The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.Overview Of RoleOur Energy Unit provides Civil and Structural expertiseacross various projects including Transmission, Thermal,Renewable and Nuclear. Due to continued growth, weare looking for a motivated Principal GeotechnicalEngineer with demonstrable experience to join ourDigital Award-winning Civil and Structural Team.You’ll carry out work on Energy projects, fulfilling tasksincludingGround Investigation contract administration and preparation ofscope, specifications, interpretation and verification of groundinvestigation data and parameters for a ground model to assist indesignGeotechnical desks studies, preliminary assessments and reviewsof existing geotechnical reportingInvestigation contractor management on site and office,including reviewing of RAMs and monitoring health and safetycompliancePrepare Geotechnical Interpretative ReportsGeotechnical analysis, with experience in ground modelling andanalysis softwareWorking with engineers of other disciplines in a team in order toproduce integrated geotechnical assessments into the overallproject deliveryAssessing the geotechnical hazards and risks to projects andcommunicating appropriate solutionsAnswering technical queries and requests for information andforward to relevant designersSupport to proposals and production of client tender packagesCandidate Specification Degree in civil or geotechnical engineering (or similar)Experience in Energy developments, and ideally in one of thefollowing sectorsTransmission and Distribution (T&D) networksEnergy Generation (Renewables, Hydro and Thermal)NuclearWorking towards or has recently achieved chartered statusDemonstratable experience in ground investigation site works andmanaging Geotechnical Investigation contractors on siteExperience of CDM roles, notably Principal Designer and PrincipalContractor dutiesDemonstratable experience in foundation geotechnical designAt the outset we would expect some experience in all named areas but, shouldyour application be successful, you will have the opportunity to learn fromother team members in the wider geotechnical skills group and to furtherdevelop your skills.Any prospective candidate must display a willingness toengage with new challenges as well as an ability to work confidently on tasksfor which they have prior experience. Candidates should be able to demonstrategood written communication skills including report writing. The role will alsorequire good communication and people skills. You will be at times in a clientfacing role and will be expected to liaise with clients and contractors both on site and over the phone.Equality, diversity, and inclusionWe put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.Agile workingHappy to talk Flexible Working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace.We Offer Some Fantastic Benefits IncludingAn annual professional institution subscriptionAnnual company performance bonus scheme – subject to Company performanceAgile workingBenefits that suit you, including a meal allowance, annual leave allowance, and reimbursement of monthly public transport costsCompetitive annual leaveContinuous development opportunities – because we want you to thriveLife and accident insuranceLocation(s):Belgrade, RSContract Type: PermanentWork Pattern: Full TimeMarket: EnergyDiscipline: CivilJob Ref: 9049Recruiter Contact: Pranjali Ahuja