Senior Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Derby is seeking a Geotechnical Manager to lead their geotechnical team across multiple projects. You will manage testing, oversee performance, and provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Opportunity to work on major UK projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing geotechnical projects within earthworks or civil engineering.
• Clean Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the geotechnical function across multiple live sites.
• Manage geotechnical testing budgets and performance.
• Produce comprehensive validation reports upon project completion.

Skills

Project Management

Commercial Awareness

Communication

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Data Management

Job description

Job Description

Job Advert: Geotechnical Manager

Location: Derby

Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 + Package

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering, groundworks and earthworks contractor who are seeking a Geotechnical Manager to join their growing team in Derby. This is a confidential opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most technically demanding infrastructure and earthworks projects.

The successful candidate will lead the geotechnical function across multiple live sites, managing a team of engineers and technicians while providing technical expertise throughout the full project lifecycle—from tender to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the commercial performance of geotechnical testing across multiple sites.
• Schedule and coordinate daily work for site technicians to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Review ground investigation reports and provide input during the tender and construction phases.
• Produce Earthwork Strategies and ensure alignment with client specifications and industry standards.
• Analyse and report on geotechnical test results, ensuring specifications and frequencies are met.
• Produce comprehensive validation reports upon project completion.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to project planning, procurement, and post-construction reviews.
• Lead and mentor the geotechnical engineering team, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience managing geotechnical projects within the earthworks or civil engineering sectors.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to manage testing budgets and performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage geotechnical and chemical testing data across multiple projects.
• Comfortable working under pressure and delivering to deadlines.
• Clean Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable (but not essential):

• CSCS Card
• SSSTS Qualification

What’s On Offer:

• Salary of £45,000 – £60,000, depending on experience.
• Attractive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable and forward-thinking contractor on major UK projects.
• A key role within a growing and ambitious technical team.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Geotechnical Manager ready to lead a high-performing team and influence complex ground engineering projects, we want to hear from you. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.