Senior Geotechnical Engineer

g2 Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 126,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Hybrid working flexibility

Potential for contract extension

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a highly experienced Chartered Geotechnical Engineer to join a major client on a 12-month contract based out of Manchester. The role involves preparing Ground Investigation and Baseline Reports, managing technical delivery, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates will have 15+ years of geotechnical experience and strong stakeholder management skills. This position offers competitive daily rates and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of geotechnical experience with a focus on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong track record of delivering Ground Investigation and Baseline Reports.
• Excellent technical oversight combined with strategic input.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to provide hands-on technical oversight with strategic input.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of Ground Investigation and Baseline Reports.
• Act as the technical authority for geotechnical matters.
• Monitor and report on contractor performance.
• Monitor and report on contractor performance to meet standards and deadlines.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary project environment.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Stakeholder Management

Technical Delivery

Communication Skills

GBR delivery

Education

Chartered Engineer (ROGEP)

Job description

I’m currently working with a major client who is looking for a highly experienced Chartered Geotechnical Engineer (ROGEP) to join their team on a 12-month contract, based out of Manchester with flexible hybrid working.

This is a senior, client-facing role suited to someone with 15+ years’ experience, who is confident managing technical delivery while engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Role

• Lead on the preparation and delivery of Ground Investigation and Baseline Reports (GBRs).
• Act as the technical authority on geotechnical matters.
• Liaise closely with clients, providing expert advice and regular updates.
• Monitor and report on contractor performance, ensuring standards and deadlines are met.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Chartered Engineer (ROGEP) – essential.
• 15+ years’ geotechnical experience, ideally across major infrastructure projects.
• Strong track record of delivering GBRs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to combine hands-on technical oversight with strategic input.

What’s On Offer

• Initial 12-month contract with strong potential for extension.
• Hybrid working – Manchester base with flexibility.
• Competitive daily rate (dependant on experience).
• Chance to play a key role on a high-profile programme of work.

How to Apply: If this sounds like your next move, apply today or reach out to Ben Gallagher on 0161 200 6470 directly for a confidential chat.