Project Manager Ground Investigation

Bridgewater Consultancy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading site investigation services provider is seeking a Project Manager / Senior Geologist based in Birmingham. In this pivotal role, you will oversee ground investigation and geotechnical services across various projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in ground investigation specifications and a strong background in project management. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday with option to buy more

Vehicle plus fuel card

8% Bonus

Health Care Cover

Employee recognition schemes

Contributed 6% company pension

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience or similar.
• Minimum of 5 years in Ground Investigation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ground investigation and geotechnical services.
• Plan, supervise, and programme multiple Ground Investigation projects.

Skills

Ground investigation specifications awareness

Project Planning and Supervising

Financial Control of Projects

Training staff in site investigation

Education

Degree in Geology or related field

Job description

28th October, 2025

An exciting opportunity with our client, the UK's market-leading provider of site investigation services. As their new Project Manager / Senior Geologist, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering ground investigation and geotechnical services to a diverse range of clients across the UK. With a strong heritage of training, career path planning, and support for professional qualifications, our client is the ideal choice for developing your geotechnical career.

• Permanent role with a growing, dynamic team
• Opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including Rail, Highways, Commercial Developments, and Energy Projects
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package

Preferred Requirements

• Excellent awareness of ground investigation specifications, procedures, techniques, British Standards, and codes of practice
• Ability to plan, supervise, and programme multiple Ground Investigation projects, including £1M+ sized projects
• Responsibility and accountability for the financial control and technical quality of projects from award to completion
• Development and maintenance of existing and new business in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Training of new and existing staff in all matters of site investigation, in conjunction with the Operations Manager

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 / 10 years of Project Management experience or similar
• Ground Investigation experience of a minimum of 5 years
• Degree qualified and working towards chartership

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday with the option to buy more
• Vehicle plus fuel card
• Expenses
• Project Allowances £5K
• 8% Bonus
• Health Care Cover
• Employee recognition schemes
• Family friendly support
• Employee benefits and discounts app
• Employee assistance programmes
• Contributed 6% company pension