Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Description

They’re now looking to appoint a Senior Engineer to play a key role in their Geotechnical Team, supporting projects through all phases of the lifecycle, from site investigation to reporting and delivery.

• Support the Principal Engineer in planning, supervision, and quality management.
• Ensure engineering excellence through accurate data collection, quality control, and clear communication.
• Promote a safety-first culture and uphold high HSQE standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide CPD support within your area of expertise.
• Plan and manage engineering resources across site works, logging, and reporting.
• Lead site-based teams to deliver ground investigation and ground improvement projects safely and efficiently.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and laboratories to ensure scope, methodology, and reporting meet expectations.

Requirements

This position would suit someone who thrives on technical challenge, enjoys mentoring others, and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality engineering outcomes.

If you’re a technically minded engineer who enjoys both site and office-based delivery, and you’re looking to step into a role with autonomy, responsibility, and genuine development opportunity — this could be the ideal next step.

• Confident understanding of GI techniques, BS(EN) standards, and Geo-environmental testing.
• Fully mobile with a UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Experienced working within safety-critical environments such as rail or highways.
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in a Geotechnical discipline, with experience in ground investigation or related civil engineering projects.
• Strong communicator, effective leader, and collaborative team player.
• CSCS (Professional level), IOSH Managing Geotechnical Sites, and SSSTS certified.

Benefits

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + attractive overtime opportunities

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance