Consultancy Team Lead

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based on your liked jobs. Job Description Job Description Fugro is purpose-led, international Geo-data company, committed to creating a safe and liveable world. We understand the interface between the planet and the built environment, and our work is at the heart of key Energy Transition, Sustainable Infrastructure and Climate Adaption projects. Our UK Land business partners with clients in dry land and nearshore marine environments, to manage ground risk from project conception to decommissioning. There has never been a more exciting time to join our industry – when investment in sustainable energy infrastructure is at an all-time high, and technological developments allow unprecedented insights at pace. The role Fugro is now seeking ambitious principal engineer to lead the GeoConsultancy activities in UK LSC. The role is required due to the breadth of potential studies and the detailed client interaction that is required to deliver client focussed solutions. A close working relationship with LSC Commercial function and Strategic Sales and Marketing will be required to ensure Fugro deliver a consultancy led mindset. The Consultancy Team Lead will provide technical leadership for all staff working on any project that requires consultancy studies in addition to direct line management of their own team. It is expected that 50% of their time will be allocated to project delivery and 50% to business development, tender preparation, client engagement and assuring the quality of all consultancy deliverables. The role will support all staff working on consultancy projects with the management, supervision, interpretation and reporting of all onshore and nearshore studies. You will be the first point of contact and escalation route for all consultancy bidding and execution tasks including desk studies, advisory work, integrating the multidisciplinary data into ground model, data QC, interpretation and reporting and will ensure our technical workflows are fit for purpose and will identify areas for improvement. The role will have a strong link with internal and external teams (e.g. Geophysics, CPT, Digitisation, etc,) to ensure project delivery targets are achieved. The role will be required to capture and report progress and identify and mitigate potential project bottlenecks and liquidated damages. The role holder will work closely with the members of the GeoConsultancy leadership team and report to the GeoConsultancy Service Line (SL) Manager. The Consultancy Team Leader works closely with both Engineers in consultancy team and engineers in Geophysics team to ensure successful completion of site and reporting activities and to maintain clear communication on internal performance measures and, if required, liaison with clients. They also interact regularly with other Fugro departments including Geotechnical Laboratory staff to ensure progress to plan on all land projects. Ideally, they will be able to identify areas for workflow improvement to drive standardisation and efficiency in all consultancy projects. They also have a role to play in pre-tender stage by seeking the alternative methodologies that will bring advantage to Fugro on winning the project or increase the profitability. Who we’re looking for: Essential Strong technical background to understand project challenges and capability to provide advice related with ground risks; Previous experience as a consultant with active connections within the industry; A Master degree or similar qualification in Earth Sciences or Geotechnical Engineering; Actively pursuing chartership through an appropriate professional institution or having achieved Chartered Engineer/Geologist status; Strong understanding of UK geology, soil and rock mechanics and capability to assess the ground related risks; Capability to interpret surface geophysical data and integrating with geotechnical datasets, Able to lead desktop studies, analyse and interpret multidisciplinary data, develop integrated ground models in 3D; Good hands-on experience of appropriate engineering software and databases; Capable to steer and develop team of engineers: Capable of generating good working environment and quality-based culture within the team; Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to influence the clients technically; Full UK Driving licence. Desirable MSc or PhD in Engineering Geology/Soil Mechanics/Geotechnics; What we offer: Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team. Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally. Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies. Option to lease an electric car. Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other. Disclaimer for recruitment agencies: Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated. Fugro is the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about the Earth and the structures built upon it. Adopting an integrated approach that incorporates acquisition and analysis of Geo-data and related advice, Fugro provides solutions. With expertise in site characterisation and asset integrity, clients are supported in the safe, sustainable and efficient design, construction and operation of their assets throughout the full life cycle. Employing approximately 9000 talented people in 61 countries, Fugro serves clients around the globe, predominantly in the energy and infrastructure industries, both offshore and onshore. In 2020, revenue amounted to EUR 1.4 billion. Fugro is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.
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