Technical Associate

Elvet Recruitment are currently on the lookout for a Technical Associate to join a well-known Civil Engineering Contractor in the North East.

This position is suited to a technically strong geotechnical professional who can combine engineering expertise with leadership, client management, and team development to help drive the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical projects from inception through to delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and senior team members.
• Deliver geotechnical designs and assessments, including:
  • Foundations (shallow and deep)
  • Settlement and ground movement analysis
  • Slope stability and retaining structures
  • Earthworks and working platforms
• Review and approve technical reports and designs.
• Support business growth, client relationships, and project development.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practice.

Essential Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer or Chartered Geologist status.
• RoGEP accreditation (or eligible to obtain).
• Minimum 10 years' experience within geotechnical and/or geoenvironmental consultancy.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

• Numerical modelling.
• Coal mining risk assessments and remediation.
• Contaminated land assessments.
• Major infrastructure, earthworks, and highways projects.

Remuneration

• Up to £65,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy additional leave.
• Private healthcare for employee and immediate family.
• Pension scheme.
• Death in Service cover.
• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits.
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes including cars, cycling, and technology purchases.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment