Senior Geotechnical Engineer

AlíaGestiónIntegraldeServicios,S.L.U; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm based in Manchester seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to oversee projects, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with standards. Candidates should have over 6 years of geotechnical design experience and ideally a degree in Civil Engineering. The role offers a hybrid work model, flexible hours, and a commitment to professional development. Join a diverse team focused on innovation and sustainable development.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Model

Flexible Hours

Professional Development Support

Generous Annual Leave

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in Geotechnical design expected.
• Chartered status preferred or working towards qualification.
• Deep understanding of Civil/Geotechnical Engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical direction and client interface for projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within quality standards.
• Develop effective working relationships with clients.

Skills

Geotechnical design experience

Client communication skills

Report writing

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Ayesa Manchester, United Kingdom Senior Geotechnical Engineer Hybrid

Company Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

💼 Employment Type: Full-Time (with hybrid work arrangements)

Shape Sustainable Land Use & Development with Ayesa

Ayesa is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Geotechnical team. You will contribute to a variety of design projects. Previous design commissions include various renewal schemes for railway earthwork assets and temporary works designs for flood defence schemes.

Ayesa is a global leader in engineering, environmental consultancy, and digital transformation. With 13,000+ professionals across 40+ countries, we tackle complex infrastructure and environmental challenges, supporting a sustainable and resilient built environment.

Position

• The candidate will have responsibility for client interface, technical direction, budgetary control and day to day management of junior engineers.
• Management of relationships with key clients and contacts across the business including client liaison and development
• Management of projects within time, cost and quality constraints and standards
• Management of the day-to-day work of the team.
• Monitors and manages compliance and KPI’s
• Business development including the preparation of tender submissions.
• Estimating, pricing and delivering against work targets.
• Working as a member of a project team to deliver quality services to clients
• Ensures all geotechnical designs are in accordance with set standards and all recommendations are robust, value-based and commissionable
• Ensures that designs are delivered on time to our clients and that the design fulfills the client’s brief
• Monitors processes and results and ensure that they comply with relevant safety, legal, ethical and regulatory requirements

Requirements

✅ What You Bring

Experience & Qualifications:

• 6+ years’ experience in Geotechnical design
• Ideally, has achieved or is working towards Chartered status
• Ideally have a degree in Civil Engineering
• Deep understanding of the principles of Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
• Demonstrate an ability to understand complex problems and to conceive innovative solutions
• Experienced & confident with report writing and presentation skills
• Can effectively communicate with clients, colleagues and outside agencies and build effective working relationships and always aiming to exceeding client expectations
• Adheres to all Codes of Practice, Design Standards and Health and Safety Regulations
• Represent and promote Ayesa in a professional manner and develop effective working relationships with clients and potential clients
• Is committed to Continued Professional Development
• Technical Excellence (Project & Financial Delivery, Team Effectiveness & Evolution)
• Commitment to Clients (Communication, Value & Care)
• Investing in our People (Individual Focus, Collective Focus & Leadership)

Other information

🎁 What’s in It for You

🏡 Hybrid Work Model (2–3 days from home)

🕓 Flexible Hours 37.5 per week (Core: 10am–4pm Mon–Thu, 10am–3pm Fri)

📚 Professional Development and Chartership Support

🤝 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

🌱 Sustainability & Innovation-Focused Culture

🌴 Generous Annual Leave with Additional Days Based on Service

🤝 We’re Inclusive by Design

Ayesa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background or neurodiversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and stronger outcomes. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for learning, development, and progression across our organisation.