Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer

​; Viewpark; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing innovative consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer to join their team in Glasgow. The role focuses on site investigations and technical reporting, ideal for candidates with 2-4 years' experience in geotechnics or geo-environmental fields. This position offers competitive salary and broad technical exposure in diverse projects across Scotland. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach. Excellent professional growth opportunities are provided in a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional Development

Collaborative Team Culture

Career Growth

Qualifications

• 2 – 4 years relevant industry background.
• Proven track record in contaminated land and/or geotechnical assessments.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, accurate technical reports for planning and development projects.
• Oversee and coordinate site investigations, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.

Skills

Project management

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical or Geoenvironmental Engineering

Tools

HoleBASE

gINT

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer: Another fantastic opportunity at this growing, innovative SME Multidisciplinary Consultancy. The role is based in Glasgow.

GLASGOW

Overview

Our client is a specialist consultancy delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions across residential, commercial, and infrastructure development for a range of clients including multinationals, contractors, local authorities, landowners, developers, and planning consultants. Their team’s extensive experience and expertise, and industry responsive attitude, ensures that they are in the best position to provide innovative, multidisciplinary solutions in all of their civil and structural design projects.

They are now seeking a motivated engineer to join their team in Glasgow. This role involves a high degree of site-based work, making it ideal for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on engineering as well as technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, accurate technical reports for planning and development projects.
• Oversee and coordinate site investigations, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Undertake site work including supervising drilling, sampling, monitoring installations, and logging soils/rock.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering professional growth.
• Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.
• Design and scope site investigation works, including boreholes, trial pits, and monitoring installations.
• Interpret geotechnical and geoenvironmental data to provide practical recommendations for foundation design and remediation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Contribute to bids and proposals, supporting business development activities.
• Attend site meetings and provide technical input during project planning and execution.

Requirements

• Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical or Geoenvironmental Engineering, or similar discipline.
• 2 – 4 years relevant industry background.
• Proven track record in contaminated land and/or geotechnical assessments.
• Ability to manage projects independently, balancing technical and commercial priorities.
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and delivering client‑focused solutions.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across Scotland.
• Familiarity with geotechnical and environmental software (e.g., HoleBASE, gINT, GIS).
• Background with AutoCAD or similar drafting/design tools.
• Knowledge of UK planning regulations and environmental legislation.
• Understanding of laboratory testing procedures for soils and materials.
• Ability to contribute to tender documents and fee proposals.

On offer

• Competitive Salary – £33,000 – £35,000
• Broad Technical Exposure – gain experience across geotechnical and geoenvironmental scopes, not siloed into one discipline
• Professional Development – mentorship from experienced engineers, support towards chartership, and encouragement to engage with industry institutions
• Impactful Projects – involvement in residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments across Scotland and the wider UK
• Collaborative Team Culture – small, supportive consultancy environment where innovation and teamwork are valued
• Career Growth – opportunity to progress quickly in a growing consultancy, with exposure to leadership and project management responsibilities

To apply for the position of Graduate Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).

Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.

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