Senior Geotechnical Engineer

TM Green Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Geotechnical Manager in Derby to lead geotechnical functions across multiple sites. The role involves managing a team, overseeing testing performance, and ensuring project specifications are met. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and commercial skills, with a proven track record in geotechnical projects.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Opportunity to work on major UK projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing geotechnical projects.
• Ability to manage geotechnical and chemical testing data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the commercial performance of geotechnical testing.
• Lead and mentor the geotechnical engineering team.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Commercial Awareness

Job description

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Job Advert: Geotechnical Manager

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.
• 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.

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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Construction

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