Arcadis

Principal Engineer – Geotechnics

Arcadis

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Birmingham • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Provide technical leadership and oversight on complex geotechnical design and ground engineering projects.
  • Manage and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Deliver robust technical solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
  • Develop strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact and trusted advisor.
  • Support business development through bid preparation, technical presentations, and thought leadership.
  • Promote safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement across all project activities.
  • Collaborate with global teams to share best practices and deliver value-led outcomes.

Requirements

  • Degree-qualified (MEng/MSc or equivalent) in Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus), Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology.
  • Chartered Engineer or Geologist status (or working towards it).
  • Significant experience delivering and leading geotechnical projects, ideally within a consultancy environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge of geotechnical design, ground investigation, and relevant software (e.g., VDISP/PDISP, WALLAP, REPUTE, Slope/W).
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and client engagement skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects on time and to budget.
  • Commitment to professional development, innovation, and upholding Arcadis’ values.
Benefits
  • We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best.
  • We believe everyone's contribution matters.
  • It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
  • You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.
  • Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
geotechnical designground investigationproject managementtechnical solutionsbid preparationtechnical presentationssustainabilitycontinuous improvementclient engagement
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationmentoringcollaborationclient relationship managementteam managementproblem-solvinginnovationinterpersonal skills
Certifications
MEngMScChartered EngineerChartered Geologist