Principal Geotechnical Engineer

​; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Scotland is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to deliver geotechnical design services across various projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in major infrastructure designs and project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and an inclusive culture focused on sustainability. The firm emphasizes innovation and provides opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Extensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant industry background.
• Chartered status: CEng, IEng, or CGeol required.
• Proven track record in delivering major infrastructure geotechnical designs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical design services across all project stages.
• Act as geotechnical discipline lead on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Technical governance

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior staff

Geotechnical design

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

BSc/MSc in Engineering Geology or Earth Science

MSc in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Principal Geotechnical Engineer: Fantastic opportunity at this industry leading and future-focused, Large Multidisciplinary Consultancy. This role is based in Manchester.

Overview

Our client is a well-established Multidisciplinary Consultancy operating across the UK and internationally. Known for its commitment to sustainable infrastructure and forward-thinking design, the firm supports a broad range of private and public sector projects, from transport and energy to urban development and environmental planning.

They are seeking talented and motivated Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join the Ground Engineering team helping to deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK, for a range of market sectors, including highways, water, energy and development.

This company takes pride in developing well-rounded engineers who are actively supported to achieve their career goals. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence, the consultancy offers a dynamic environment for professionals seeking to contribute to impactful, future-focused engineering solutions.

This is an exciting time to join our client, a company small in all the best ways yet large enough to offer a diverse and exciting workload, in a diverse, inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical design services across all project stages: feasibility, investigation, interpretation, design, and construction supervision.
• Act as geotechnical discipline lead on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities in the geotechnical sector.
• Provide technical governance and ensure high-quality delivery aligned with client briefs.
• Support team management, including workload planning and resource allocation.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, manage financial performance, and administer contracts.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to bids, tenders, and pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs).
• Promote health and safety as a core element of design and delivery.

Requirements

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or BSc/MSc in Engineering Geology or Earth Science.
• MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or related field (desirable).
• Min 8 years relevant industry background.
• Chartered status: CEng, IEng, or CGeol.
• Proven track record in delivering major infrastructure geotechnical designs.
• Significant technical background across transportation, water, energy, and development sectors.
• Strong project management skills including programming, resourcing, and financial oversight.
• Demonstrated leadership and team motivation capabilities.

On offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Extensive Benefits Package
• Inclusive, collaborative culture with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Opportunities to work on landmark UK and international projects.
• Recognition and reward for leadership and technical excellence.

To apply for the position of Principal Geotechnical 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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