Geotechnical Project Engineer Ground Investigation

Igne; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Death in service scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Holiday purchase/buy-back scheme

Medical Cashback scheme

Job summary

Igne is seeking a Project Engineering Geologist to join the Ground Investigation (GI) Division in Hamilton. This is a full-time, permanent position that will require travel, with a mix of site and office-based work and a portfolio of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across Scotland.

You will be responsible for managing large, complex GI projects and writing first-class interpretative reports, contributing to client communication and project delivery.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related discipline is essential.
• Knowledge of geotechnical investigation techniques, soil mechanics and geology.
• Experience running small and medium ground investigation projects from Contract Award to completion.
• Extensive experience producing factual reports to a high standard within timescales allowed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and preparation of GI’s.
• Manage and act as part of a team on GI’s ensuring compliance with specifications and contracts.
• Soil and rock core logging in line with BS5930 / Eurocode 7.
• Manage project data including AGS, laboratory schedules, logs to client requirements.
• Write factual reports and assist in interpretive report writing.
• Prepare risk assessments and method statements.

Skills

Geotechnical techniques

Soil mechanics

Project management

Driving licence

Education

Engineering, Geology or Geotechnical related degree

Geotechnical degree

Job description

Igne is seeking a Project Engineering Geologist to join the Ground Investigation (GI) Division in Hamilton. This is a full-time, permanent position that will require travel, with a mix of site and office-based work and a portfolio of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across Scotland.

You will be responsible for managing large, complex GI projects and writing first-class interpretative reports, contributing to client communication and project delivery.