Geotechnical Project Manager

GeoEnviro Solutions Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoEnviro Solutions Ltd in Huddersfield is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager to own ground investigation projects from planning to delivery, managing site operations, budgets, and client communications.

The role targets professionals with 3–5 years of geotechnical GI experience who can lead teams, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with regulators to ensure quality and safety, while supporting business development across infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Geotechnical engineering degree or equivalent.
• CSCS card and driving licence required.
• 3–5 years’ GI experience in contracting or consultancy.
• Strong ability to manage multiple GI projects and safety responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and deliver geotechnical ground investigations.
• Prepare RAMS, CPP inputs and risk assessments.
• Coordinate drilling crews, subcontractors, labs, and logistics.
• Monitor progress, manage variations, and control budget/scope.
• Provide technical oversight on field logs, sampling, and monitoring.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Site operations

Budget control

Education

Geology/Geotechnical Engineering degree

CSCS card

Driving Licence

3–5 years GI experience

Tools

AGS data formats

GI software tools

Digital logging systems

Job description

GeoEnviro Solutions is growing, and we’re looking for a Geotechnical Project Manager to join our team in Huddersfield. In this full-time role, reporting to our Managing Director, you’ll take ownership of ground investigation projects from planning through to delivery, managing site operations, keeping projects on budget and acting as the main point of contact for clients.

Job Overview

The Geotechnical Project Manager will lead and coordinate ground investigation projects from planning through delivery, ensuring technical quality, commercial control, safety compliance, and excellent client communication. This role is ideal for a Geotechnical Engineer or Project Manager with approximately 3–5 years’ experience who is ready to take ownership of projects, manage site operations, and support junior staff while developing their own leadership capability. You will work closely with project teams, clients, and regulatory authorities to assess and mitigate geotechnical risks and provide innovative solutions to complex geotechnical challenges.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Plan, manage, and deliver geotechnical ground investigations in accordance with BS5930, BS10175, Eurocode 7, and industry best practice.
• Prepare project documentation including RAMS, CPP inputs, method statements, site-specific risk assessments, and programme plans.
• Coordinate drilling crews, subcontractors, laboratories, plant, and logistics to ensure efficient site operations.
• Monitor project progress, manage variations, and maintain commercial control against budget and scope.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting, including factual logs, monitoring data, test schedules, and technical summaries.

Technical Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight on exploratory hole locations, sampling strategies, in-situ testing, and monitoring installations.
• Review and approve field logs, laboratory schedules, and factual data.
• Support senior engineers in preparing interpretative reports, geotechnical risk assessments, and design recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with AGS data standards and contribute to digital data management.

Health, Safety & CDM Compliance

• Act as the Project Manager under CDM, ensuring safe systems of work and adherence to company and client safety standards.
• Lead daily site briefings, toolbox talks, and safety audits.
• Manage permit systems, utility clearance, and site access controls.
• Promote a positive safety culture and proactively identify and mitigate risks.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Attend progress meetings, provide technical updates, and manage expectations.
• Build strong relationships to support repeat business and long term partnerships.

Leadership & Team Development

• Contribute to internal training, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently.
• Strong leadership potential with a collaborative mindset.
• Commitment to high standards of safety, quality, and professional integrity.
• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and solutions focused in a dynamic site environment

The main responsibilities of the role may be around 30-40% site based carrying out site investigation works. The primary tasks will include all of the above plus geotechnical and/or geoenvironmental report writing competently; reviewing, checking and correcting reports by junior members of staff; liaising with clients about project / site specific details; project management, scheduling testing, learning the necessary skills to progress in career. Assisting with day to day general office tasks.

Qualifications and preferred skills

• Degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, or related discipline.
• CSCS card (Professional or Academically Qualified Person).
• Driving Licence
• 3–5 years’ experience in geotechnical ground investigation (contracting or consultancy).
• Strong understanding of drilling techniques, sampling methods, in-situ testing, and monitoring installations.
• Competent in logging soils and rocks to BS5930 and environmental materials to BS10175.
• Experience managing small to medium‑scale GI projects, including commercial and safety responsibilities.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in client‑facing situations.
• Proficient in AGS data formats, digital logging systems, and standard GI software tools.

What This Role Offers

• Opportunity to manage diverse GI projects across infrastructure, energy, commercial, residential, and environmental sectors.
• Clear progression pathway toward Senior Project Manager or Senior Geotechnical Engineer roles.
• Support for professional development, training, and Chartership.
• A collaborative working environment within a growing geotechnical contractor

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If you have any questions about the role, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Just drop us a message and we'll be happy to help.