Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy based in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to manage site work and client relationships. Responsibilities include overseeing ground investigations, report writing, and business development. Candidates should have extensive geotechnical experience and a relevant degree. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for professional growth and networking. The position requires a proactive individual who can thrive under pressure.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company benefit scheme

Career development support

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the geotechnical field, especially regarding contaminated land.
• Valid UK driving license required.
• Ability to commute to Birmingham.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all site and report work.
• Manage contracts and client communications.
• Conduct tendering and oversee ground investigations.

Skills

Familiarity with UK site investigation techniques

Experience in the geotechnical industry

Proactive in high pressure situations

Education

Degree in geology, geotechnical engineering, or similar

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Salary: £35,000 - £43,000

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a West Midlands based Geotechnical Engineer to join a team of Environmental Consultants, presenting technically challenging and industry leading work on a variety of projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£35,000 - £43,000)
• Company benefit scheme
• Social and niche team size
• Client facing work allowing for networking
• Team leading and supported career development and experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee all site and report work
• Manage contracts
• Communicate with clients
• Tendering
• Oversee ground investigations
• Complete desk studies and interpretative report writing and reviewing
• Take on business development responsibilities and oversee aspects of the company if moving into managerial role

Qualifications

• Familiarity and experience with UK site investigation techniques
• Extensive experience working in the geotechnical industry and an understanding of geo-environmental schemes relating to contaminated land
• A degree in geology, geotechnical engineering or a similar relevant subject
• Hold a valid UK driving licence
• Commute to Birmingham
• Proactive and able to work in high pressure situations

Contact: Beth Young – phone number removed – email removed.

EEO: Applicants in all statutory channels are encouraged to apply and are valued as equal and diverse partners.