Geotechnical Project Manager in London)

Penguin Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established specialist geotechnical contractor in Central London is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager. The successful candidate will oversee geotechnical projects from inception to completion, managing site operations while providing technical oversight. Responsibilities include supervising ground investigations, liaising with clients and contractors, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering and has proven experience in the field, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development

Performance-related bonus scheme

Company pension scheme

Clear internal career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing geotechnical or ground investigation works on site.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety standards.
• Ability to manage contractors and multiple site activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver geotechnical projects from inception to completion.
• Supervise ground investigation works and coordinate drilling contractors.
• Liaise closely with clients and produce reports in collaboration with technical teams.

Skills

Management of geotechnical projects

Knowledge of UK ground investigation practices

Technical oversight

Health & safety compliance

Education

Degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Project Manager

Location: Central London

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Project Manager to join a well-established specialist geotechnical contractor based in Central London. The successful candidate will manage and deliver a wide range of geotechnical projects, overseeing works from inception through to completion, with a mix of office-based and site-based responsibilities.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid working (site and office balance)
• Clear internal career progression

As the Geotechnical Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of site operations, including supervising ground investigation works, coordinating drilling contractors, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining project programmes. You will provide technical oversight on site, review ground conditions, manage sampling and testing regimes, and ensure works are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget.

In addition, you will liaise closely with clients, contractors, and subcontractors on site, producing factual and interpretative inputs to reports in collaboration with the office-based technical team. You will also support and mentor site engineers and junior staff, promoting best practice and high technical standards across all projects.

This role would suit a Geotechnical Project Manager who enjoys a hands‑on, site‑led position while remaining involved in technical delivery and project management.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proven experience managing geotechnical or ground investigation works on site
• Strong knowledge of UK ground investigation practices and health & safety standards
• Ability to manage contractors and multiple site activities
• Full UK driving licence