Ian Farmer Associates are recruiting for a Regional Manager to support the team in Glasgow, UK. This is a permanent, full time position. Responsibilities:Be responsible for and understand the cost basis for the office in relation to profit and loss with a view to achieving budgetary targets.Keeping project financial information up-to-dateProvide monthly updates on the development of the office and team reporting to the operations director/managing directorBe responsible for a team of staff with a view to supporting training/development and individual growth, along with expansion of the team to meet workloads.Reviewing client technical specifications in order to undertake tendering, project preparation and project data collection activitiesReviewing and issuing various technical reports required by clients such as exploratory hole logs, in situ test, monitoring and data logger test data in a timely fashion at an appropriate qualityCarrying out quality assurance checks and technical reviews of processed data, the work of more junior team members, and other technical records to ensure that the final technical output to the client is correct and of an appropriate qualityLeading or assisting project management teams as necessaryUsing various software including the Holebase geotechnical database, Microsoft Office, internal software packages such as focal point.
Training will be provided where requiredTake forward the day to day running/managing of the office.Helping to develop other team members as necessary to ensure they have the necessary skills and training to produce reports of an appropriate qualityAssessing and dealing with client data queriesTo ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Company's evolving needs, you may be asked to perform additional tasks that may be reasonably expected within your level of capability without additional remunerationQualifications and Experience:Previous ground investigation experience, including specific experience in the production of ground investigation reports for technically demanding clients.Experience of using geotechnical database software such as Holebase (preferable), gINT, etcBSc degree level qualified in geology/civil engineering or a related environmental subject essential MSc in a geotechnical/civil engineering or environmental discipline preferable, but not essentialIt is envisaged that the successful candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant industry experienceA good understanding of ground investigation methods including drilling techniques, in-situ testing and water, ground and soil gas monitoring techniques and relevant specificationsGood knowledge of the principal soil and rock strata encountered in the UKBe familiar with and able to interpret published geological data including geological maps, and able to log soils and rocks to industry standards including BS 5930:2015Be proficient at ground investigation factual report writing (experience of/ability in writing interpretive geotechnical or geo-environmental reports would be an advantage but is not required for this role).A good understanding of the purpose and meaning of geotechnical and chemical laboratory testingCompetence in the use of computer software packages required for project work (Word, Excel and appropriate data handling packages)Good oral and written skills including the ability to communicate effectively with clients and external bodiesGood project management skillsAble to ensure that reports, drawings, etc, comply with technical specifications and standardsFull, clean UK driving license essentialSalary and benefits:£Commensurate with experienceA flexible benefits programme including private health careThe company prides itself on providing its staff with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development, allowing employees to reach their full potential. RSK is an equal opportunities employer. #Engineering #Recruitment #rskfamilyRSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies