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This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced senior or lead-level Geotechnical Engineer with line management experience to join BakerHicks, working within an award-winning team delivering across sectors including power distribution, rail, highways and defence. Based in our London office, this role offers the opportunity to establish, lead and grow a new regional geotechnical team, taking responsibility for line management, technical governance, client development and team growth across the South. You will be joining a dynamic and  collaborative  team that genuinely values fresh thinking and innovation. There is a  strong  sense of community across the wider group, with regular opportunities to  connect  beyond project work. We are looking for an  experienced  Geotechnical Engineer operating at, or ready to step into, Associate level (line management level, not entry), with a  strong  background in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering within a design consultancy environment. You will be  confident  working  autonomously  from the outset, with the vision and  drive  to build and develop a high-performing team around you. You will bring  strong  technical expertise across core ground engineering disciplines, including desk studies, ground investigation specification, technical reporting, ground modelling, earthworks and foundation design. Commercial awareness and the ability to win and secure work will also be key. Our projects span the full breadth of the UK, from Shetland to Devon, offering exposure to a diverse range of ground conditions and engineering obstacles rather than being confined to a single geological setting.   Objectives Act as  lead  in our London office with a view to grow a new team in the southern region Act as technical  lead  and reviewer for geotechnical work across a range of project sizes in sectors including rail, power, defence, aviation, public sector and life sciences Manage the delivery of ground engineering design packages across multiple projects as part of single and multidisciplinary teams, from concept through to completion Contribute to the development and mentoring of junior staff   Skills and  Experience Degree  in Geology or Civil Engineering, with an  MSc  in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering Chartered Member of an appropriate body such as the Geological Society, ICE or IMMM RoGEP at Specialist or Adviser level  preferred Extensive experience at a senior level overseeing teams and projects  Technically skilled across all aspects of ground engineering design and coordination - working within a design consultancy in the UK on UK based projects is key Extensive  experience  reviewing and approving key technical outputs including desk studies, ground investigations, ground models, mining risk assessments, Geotechnical Interpretive Reports, slope stability design, foundation design, retaining wall design, geotechnical design reports and earthworks specifications Experience  delivering projects across relevant sectors Full  understanding  of assurance and sign off  requirements Up to date with current standards and best practice Proven  track record  of successful project delivery and client satisfaction Extensive experience  working within multidisciplinary design teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills IT skills, including geotechnical design software such as GEO5 Willingness to travel occasionally for site work within the UK Eligible or already in posession of UK Security Clearance If you are ready to step into a role where you can build and  lead a team, influence projects and play a key part in expanding our geographical presence across the South, we would love to