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Do you want to work hands-on with ground investigations on exciting projects across Norway?

Do you want to start your career in geotechnical engineering by working close to real project challenges – both in the field and in the office?

At COWI, we are now looking for a Consultant for Geotechnical Field Investigations based in Oslo who wants to combine practical fieldwork on drilling rigs with engineering work and data interpretation.

With us, you will have a central role in projects where ground conditions, data quality and sound professional assessments are essential for success. You will work on development and infrastructure projects across Norway, where ground investigations are a critical basis for further planning and design.

A central role in complex projects – with strong development opportunities

In this role, you will be closely involved in the full lifecycle of ground investigations – from planning to execution and reporting – with a particular focus on fieldwork.

You will become part of a strong professional environment within geotechnical engineering and ground investigations, where collaboration across disciplines and projects is a natural part of everyday work.

With us, you will contribute to projects such as:

• Large-scale infrastructure projects, such as Oslofjordforbindelsen, involving tunnels, subsea conditions and complex geotechnical challenges


• Major national road projects, such as E39 Mandal–Blørstad, with varied ground conditions and extensive investigation needs


• Power grid projects, such as Ny Forbindelse Hamang–Bærum–Smestad, with important interfaces between geotechnical engineering, hydrogeology and engineering geology


• Projects for industry and data centres

These projects often involve challenging geology, soft soils, transition zones to rock and strict requirements for documentation and quality – making your role important from day one.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Participating actively in geotechnical fieldwork on drilling rigs (total soundings, CPTU, soil sampling, installation of instrumentation, etc.) linked to projects across Norway


• Logging soil and rock conditions and ensuring high quality in collected field data


• Coordinating and communicating with drilling crews and subcontractors


• Contributing to the interpretation of field and laboratory data


• Preparing and contributing to geotechnical data reporting


• Using Field Manager, ArcGIS and other tools to structure and present data

A significant part of the work will take place in the field, where you will have a direct impact on the quality of project deliverables.

To succeed in this role, you are motivated by combining practical fieldwork with professional development. You enjoy varied working days and collaborate well with colleagues both in the office and in the field.

We imagine that you:

• Have relevant education at master’s level within geotechnical engineering or geology


• Have completed courses within geotechnical engineering, Quaternary geology, hydrogeology or environmental geology, which will be considered an advantage


• Have 0–3 years of experience


• Communicate well in Norwegian, both written and spoken


• Have an interest in and motivation for working on drilling rigs in the field


• Work in a structured way and focus on quality in your deliveries

It is also an advantage if you have:

• Experience with ground investigations, fieldwork or other practical work


• Knowledge of ArcGIS or similar tools


• A valid Class B driving licence

What we also offer:

• The opportunity to expand your experience through exciting projects


• Strong opportunities for personal development through individual development plans, COWI Academy and the COWI Connect mentor programme


• National and international collaboration across organisations and disciplines. COWI has around 70 different professional networks


• An active company culture with social and sports activities, salary gatherings and company cabins


• Flexible working hours with a home office arrangement, five weeks of holiday and time off between Christmas and New Year


• Last but not least, a positive working environment. It is important to us to be generous and support each other, which is also reflected in employee surveys and wellbeing

Do you have any questions?

If you have questions about the position or what we can offer, please contact Head of Discipline, Håkon Skumsrud Børresen, by email: [email protected]

Get to know us better at www.cowi.com, where you can read more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to achieve and what it is like to work at COWI.

Diversity is fundamental to COWI, inclusion is key

We are committed to creating a respectful and fair working environment where all employees feel a sense of belonging and have equal opportunities to thrive and develop. We ensure that our leaders are role models for inclusive leadership by promoting a culture where different perspectives and ideas are seen as strengths. We include diversity and inclusion in all relevant decisions and processes and when we put teams together. We do this because it is part of our values – and because it is simply the right thing to do.

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