via Reed · 9 September 2026 ·11 days ago

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
London Full-time GBP 40,000 – 50,000
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer Location: Central London
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

A growing specialist engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional looking for greater technical responsibility, varied project exposure and the opportunity to play an important role within a growing business.

The Role:

  • Leading geotechnical projects from investigation through to design and delivery

  • Planning and managing ground investigations

  • Reviewing and interpreting GI data and producing interpretive reports

  • Undertaking geotechnical design including foundations, retaining structures and slope stability

  • Providing technical input across a range of infrastructure and development projects

  • Liaising directly with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams

  • Supporting site works and providing technical advice during construction

  • Reviewing technical work and mentoring junior engineers

  • Contributing to the continued development of the geotechnical team

The Candidate:
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology

  • Significant experience within a geotechnical consultancy

  • Strong technical understanding of ground investigation and geotechnical design

  • Experience managing projects and working directly with clients

  • Strong report writing and communication skills

  • Experience with geotechnical design software

  • Chartered status or actively working towards chartership would be advantageous

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialist consultancy where they can take ownership of projects, develop their technical expertise and play a key role in the growth of the wider team.

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