Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Geotechnical Team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a geotechnical discipline and experience in ground investigation projects. This role involves planning and managing engineering resources, leading site teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Attractive salary and opportunities for development offered in a safety-first environment.

Benefits

Attractive overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Geotechnical discipline with relevant experience.
• Confident understanding of GI techniques and Geo-environmental testing.
• Experience in safety-critical environments such as rail or highways.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering resources across site works.
• Lead site-based teams for ground investigation projects.
• Liaise with clients and subcontractors to meet project expectations.
• Support the Principal Engineer in planning and quality management.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure engineering excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise in geotechnical projects

Communication

Data collection

Safety awareness

Education

Degree in Geotechnical discipline

Job description

Senior Engineer - Geotechnical Projects

Location: Glasgow Area

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + attractive overtime opportunities

We’re representing a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and geotechnical projects across the UK. Their work spans rail, highways, and major infrastructure, underpinned by a technical services division that provides specialist ground investigation and design support.

They’re now looking to appoint a Senior Engineer to play a key role in their Geotechnical Team, supporting projects through all phases of the lifecycle, from site investigation to reporting and delivery.

This position would suit someone who thrives on technical challenge, enjoys mentoring others, and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality engineering outcomes.

The Role

• Plan and manage engineering resources across site works, logging, and reporting.
• Lead site-based teams to deliver ground investigation and ground improvement projects safely and efficiently.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and laboratories to ensure scope, methodology, and reporting meet expectations.
• Support the Principal Engineer in planning, supervision, and quality management.
• Promote a safety-first culture and uphold high HSQE standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide CPD support within your area of expertise.
• Ensure engineering excellence through accurate data collection, quality control, and clear communication.

About You

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in a Geotechnical discipline, with experience in ground investigation or related civil engineering projects.
• Confident understanding of GI techniques, BS(EN) standards, and Geo-environmental testing.
• CSCS (Professional level), IOSH Managing Geotechnical Sites, and SSSTS certified.
• Strong communicator, effective leader, and collaborative team player.
• Experienced working within safety-critical environments such as rail or highways.
• Fully mobile with a UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

If you’re a technically minded engineer who enjoys both site and office-based delivery, and you’re looking to step into a role with autonomy, responsibility, and genuine development opportunity — this could be the ideal next step.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation