Join AECOM's Growing Ground Engineering Team!

AECOM Corporation; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm in Manchester seeks Ground Engineering professionals. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and have experience in geotechnical engineering. You will work on diverse projects, collaborating with teams across the UK. This position promotes a hybrid work model and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Flexible environment

Support for growth and success

Qualifications

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related field.
• Understanding of current design codes and standards in geotechnical design.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.

Responsibilities

• Join a team delivering ground engineering projects in the UK.
• Provide analytical and strategic expertise for project stages.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Technical proficiency in geotechnical engineering

Ability to inspire and lead teams

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology

Job description

Overview

Join AECOM's Ground Engineering Team in Manchester, United Kingdom. We are seeking Ground Engineering professionals to join our teams here at AECOM. We welcome Geotechnical Engineers and Geologists of all levels, to bring their technical expertise and an innovative mindset to our teams across the UK.

Whether you come from a traditional geotechnical engineering background or have unconventional experience that adds fresh value, we’d love to hear from you.

What can we offer?

We work for leading United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I) and international clients and have a wide range of commissions across all sectors. Our Ground Engineering Practice covers all aspects of Ground Engineering serving a wide range of end markets including:

• Energy
• Rail
• Highways
• Water
• Development
• Defence
• Nuclear
• Ports & Marine

Successful candidates must have a proven track record in the delivery of ground engineering projects in the UK and be fully conversant with the technical standards that apply. We develop projects from concept through to operation, providing engineering and construction services for large-scale projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related field.
• Progress towards Chartered status is advantageous but not required; the team can provide support in achieving chartered status.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design, with openness to new methods and innovations.
• Proven leadership experience in similar roles, appropriate to your level, with an ability to inspire and lead teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.
• Clean driving licence

Who You Are:

• You’re not just technically proficient—you’re passionate about pushing the field forward.
• You thrive on solving complex challenges and deliver sustainable and innovative solutions.
• You value teamwork, mentoring, and leadership, and you’re keen to help shape the future.
• You’re eager to embrace new tools, technologies, and ways of thinking.

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our clients trust us to solve complex challenges. We are a Fortune 500 firm and are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to environmental, social and governance priorities.

You will have hybrid work options and a flexible environment designed to support your growth and success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will help you reach your potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum criteria; please let us know if you would like to apply through [e-mail].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

We’re building a leveraged community of knowledge and innovation to deliver a better world. Join us in shaping the future with AECOM.