Principal Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Nottingham to lead ground investigation projects. The role offers a competitive salary and includes responsibilities such as team leadership, client liaison, and mentoring. Ideal candidates will have an industry-relevant degree, experience in site investigations, and a strong drive for business development.

Benefits

Generous company pension

Use of a company vehicle

Flexible and hybrid work options

Company benefit schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position.
• Extensive knowledge of site investigation practices.
• Industry-relevant degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Building and leading a ground investigation team.
• Liaising closely with clients and managing contracts.
• Overseeing site and report work.

Skills

Project Management

Client Liaison

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Geology

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Job Description

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Reference: BY1870

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

An exciting opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead a team of ground investigation specialists has presented itself. This position provides a great opportunity to contribute to business development and team building. If you're looking for a step up in responsibility and skillset, this is the role for you.

The successful Principal Geotechnical Engineer will receive:

• A competitive salary (£40,000 - £50,000)
• Company benefit schemes
• Generous company pension
• Use of a company vehicle
• Client-facing work allowing for networking
• Flexible and hybrid work options

The Principal Geotechnical Engineer will have a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Building and leading a ground investigation team through various projects, ensuring smooth development and delivery, including project management
• Liaising closely with clients, contributing to business development, contract management, tendering, and team development
• Overseeing site and report work
• Mentoring junior team members

This role requires previous experience in a similar position, with extensive knowledge of site investigation practices. Candidates should have an industry-relevant degree (e.g., geology, geotechnical engineering, environmental science), ideally be working towards chartership, hold a full UK Driving Licence, have a full right to work in the UK, and be commutable to Nottingham.

If interested in this or other geotechnical engineering or consulting roles, please contact Beth at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

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