Chartered Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

Job Title: Civil Engineer – Flex MSE Projects

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Job Title: Chartered Civil/Geotechnical Engineer – Flex MSE Projects

Company: Gravitas International Ltd

Location: Altrincham, Cheshire

Type: Full-Time, PAYE

Salary: Up to £60k + Benefits

Gravitas International Ltd is a family-run business based in Manchester, pioneering environmentally friendly alternatives in construction since 1965. We’re proud to work with leading clients like National Highways, The Environment Agency, SEPA, Network Rail, and councils nationwide, driving innovative, sustainable infrastructure solutions.

The Role:

We’re looking for a motivated Chartered Civil or Geotechnical Engineer (CEng or IEng) to join our team, taking ownership of technical delivery for the Flex MSE vegetated retaining wall system. Based in Altrincham, you’ll collaborate closely with sales, delivery teams, and external engineers to provide technically sound, sustainable solutions across infrastructure and landscaping projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, coordinate, and approve designs for Flex MSE retaining walls and slopes
• Liaise with external design engineers to ensure technical accuracy and compliance
• Interpret ground investigations, site data, and structural reports
• Advise internal teams on feasibility, risk, and best practice
• Support complex project tenders with the Estimations team
• Occasionally visit sites for technical support and planning
• Help develop company-wide technical knowledge and standards

What We Offer:

• Salary up to £60k
• Private Healthcare, including household family members (after 3 months)
• Regular CPD and training opportunities
• Convenient Altrincham centre parking
• Gym membership to support your wellbeing
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Standard hours: 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional travel

• Benefits: Private Healthcare, including household family members (after 3 months), regular CPDs, Altrincham Centre Parking, Gym Membership, Mintago Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Opportunities for Progression: Be part of a growing business with real scope to influence technical delivery and future team structure
• Holidays: 24 days per annum + bank holidays
• Working Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday, based in Altrincham with occasional travel

Requirements:

• Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng or IEng) – Essential
• Reliable and organised
• 2+ years' experience in infrastructure, earthworks, or structural design
• Strong geotechnical knowledge, including soil-structure interaction
• Confident reviewing and interpreting third-party designs and site data
• Clear communicator, explaining technical issues clearly with non-technical colleagues
• Proficient with MS Excel and civil engineering software
• Full clean UK driving licence

Be part of a dynamic, close-knit team driving forward sustainable infrastructure innovation. If you’re ready to take ownership of technical projects and grow with a company committed to lowering the carbon footprint, we want to hear from you!

Send your CV to hr@gravitasint.com