At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead geotechnical projects from design to construction and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Join a top engineering consultancy with a strong reputation in the industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working, private healthcare, and generous leave.
- Other info: Structured career progression and ongoing training opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on major infrastructure projects while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; experience in geotechnical consultancy required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Overview
Principal Geotechnical Engineer – Location: London – Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Benefits – Type: Permanent, Full-Time
We are looking for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with an established reputation for delivering complex infrastructure, commercial, residential and energy projects across the UK.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer to join their London office and play a key role in the technical delivery and leadership of geotechnical projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional looking to take ownership of projects, manage client relationships, mentor junior engineers and contribute to the strategic growth of a highly respected consultancy.
Responsibilities
- Lead the geotechnical design and delivery of projects from feasibility through to construction.
- Undertake and review geotechnical assessments, including foundation design, retaining walls, earthworks and slope stability analysis.
- Provide technical oversight and guidance to junior engineers and engineering teams.
- Manage ground investigation programmes and interpret geotechnical data.
- Produce and review factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
- Liaise directly with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
- Prepare proposals, project programmes and technical specifications.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards.
- Support business development activities and contribute to winning new work.
Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.
- Chartered or working towards Chartership with a relevant professional body.
- Extensive experience within a geotechnical consultancy environment.
- Strong background in geotechnical design and analysis.
- Experience using industry-standard software such as Plaxis, Geo Studio, Oasys Suite, Wallap or equivalent.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
- Excellent technical reporting and communication skills.
- Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual bonus.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Private healthcare.
- Enhanced pension contribution.
- Professional membership fees paid.
- Structured career progression to Associate level.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
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