Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Matchtech; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in the highways sector is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join the South West Operations team. This permanent role offers the chance to lead a talented group of engineers and work in a hybrid position from either Bristol or Exeter. Ideal candidates will have extensive ground engineering experience and relevant qualifications. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid work opportunity

Professional development and training

Supportive work environment

Employee benefits package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in ground engineering and infrastructure works.
• Chartered or equivalent membership preferred.
• Full driving licence with no more than three points.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for asset management.
• Develop asset management plans.
• Oversee survey works for asset improvements.
• Monitor performance and drive data-driven innovation.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering expertise

Risk management

Data management

Technical writing

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Relevant Masters or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a leading player in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their South West Operations Geotechnical team. With locations in Bristol or Exeter, this is a permanent position offering you the opportunity to lead and inspire a talented group of engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing specialist technical expertise to identify risks and shape early solutions for renewals and improvement schemes, in line with agreed methodologies.
• Developing asset-specific management plans that support decision-making aligned with policies and standards, while delivering value for money.
• Identifying, prioritising, and managing geotechnical asset needs to achieve business objectives and adhere to governance requirements such as DMRB: CS641 and CD622.
• Commissioning and overseeing survey works to support asset improvements and renewals, including reviewing and approving technical briefs, reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Championing the use of high‑quality asset data by monitoring performance, driving innovation in data management, and guiding regional colleagues to maintain standards and integrity.

Job Requirements

• Degree and/or Masters in a relevant discipline, Higher National Diploma / Higher National Certificate with relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive, relevant, and demonstrable experience in ground engineering and infrastructure works. Chartered or Incorporated Membership of the Geological Society, ICE, or an equivalent professional body is preferred, or demonstrable extensive equivalent experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge across relevant geotechnical standards, asset policies, strategies, and risk management.
• A full driving licence with no more than three points.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid position from Bristol or Exeter
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Employee benefits package

If you are an experienced and driven Principal Geotechnical Engineer looking for a new challenge in the highways sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team in the South West.