Principal Geotechnical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Manchester. The role entails managing geotechnical projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. This position offers competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment focused on innovation and quality.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Employee ownership ethos

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior engineering role with responsibility.
• Experience in geotechnical design of foundations and slope stability analysis.
• Familiar with producing accurate deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Managing projects in field and office, ensuring effective communication.
• Preparing and checking Desk Study Reports and project deliverables.
• Mentoring and developing junior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Client relationship skills

Problem solver

Report writing

Education

Relevant degree in geology/geotechnical or civil engineering

MSc/MEng in Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered Professional CGeol/CEng

Tools

MS Office Suite

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Client:

Caulmert Ltd - Engineering, Environmental and Planning

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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About the Company

At Caulmert, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and a client-focused approach to deliver high-quality planning, environmental, and engineering solutions. With offices across the UK, we support clients in a range of sectors including infrastructure, energy, industry, residential and commercial development, and public services. As we continue to expand, our Engineering department will be the cornerstone for growth.

About the Role

Are you a Principal Geotechnical Engineer or experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to make the next career step, with proven consultancy experience, who wants to be much more than a number in a crowd? Would you relish the opportunity to be part of a company where you can work both autonomously, and as part of a wider professional team, where you will have genuine opportunities to develop your career further? Caulmert currently has an opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to work in the Company’s Geotechnical Team.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking projects or components of projects in the field and office, taking responsibility for own resource and potentially resource allocation of others
• Managing subcontractors, quality assurance and client feedback and ensuring effective communication of any changes/modifications
• Aid with the mentoring, coaching, technical training and development of more junior staff
• Preparing and checking reports such as Desk Study Reports and GIRs and other project deliverables as required in line with company and client requirements as well as national standards and codes of practice
• Participating in the resolution of project technical issues
• Collaborating with other engineers to ensure the integrity of the project delivery
• Ensure compliance of deliverables for which Caulmert have responsibility, including RAMS, fieldworks, testing, reports and specifications with project requirements
• Enhancing team’s reputation by delivering high quality work on time and budget
• Commercial input to projects (fee proposals and contract agreements, invoicing, debt management, client management etc) relating to projects for which the individual has responsibility
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients on projects
• Ensure that the Company’s policies are implemented successfully e.g. compliance with the Company QEMS, ISO14001 and ISO9001 etc
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time by your line manager
• Promoting the company’s services and being alert to new opportunities

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Relevant degree in geology/geotechnical or civil engineering, or similar, MSc/MEng in Geotechnical Engineering desirable, Chartered Professional CGeol/CEng desirable
• Broad and in depth ground investigation experience gained from working in either a contracting or consultancy background
• Proven track record of acting in a senior engineering role with experience of responsibility
• Proven experience in geotechnical design of foundations, retaining structures, temporary works, slope stability analysis and preferable the design of soil nailing and anchoring systems.
• Proven track record of delivering complex geotechnical projects across a range of sectors
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate deliverables
• Team player, self-starter and problem solver with a mature approach and ability to work as part of a larger operations team
• Flexible to travel for assignments
• Familiar with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc
• Well organised and able to prioritise workload and make decisions with minimal supervision
• Full UK driving licence

Required Skills

• Ambition, commitment and integrity

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Exciting projects across diverse sectors with high-profile clients
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• Employee ownership ethos, where your voice matters and your contribution counts

Equal Opportunity Statement

Caulmert is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure a workplace where people are treated with dignity and respect, and where trust and empowerment are encouraged.

How to apply

To apply, please forward a detailed CV and covering letter explaining what attracts you to the post to Donna Milne, HR Manager at InTec, Parc Menai, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4FG or email to [emailprotected] . Applications will not be accepted from recruitment consultants.

Additionally, you’ll be part of a friendly and professional team in a growing company which promotes agile working and where your ideas will be welcomed, and your efforts and results will be noticed and rewarded, with excellent opportunities for career progression.

As part of our recruitment process, Caulmert is expected to carry out a ‘Right to work’ check on all staff. This will require obtaining original copies of one or more of the ‘acceptable documents’ as given in the Home Office Guidance “An Employer’s Guide to Right to Work Checks”: 31 August 2021. Further information is available from our HR department upon request.

Location: Flexible, with regular travel to our regional offices and client sites.