Senior Geotechnical Engineers

BWB Consulting Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and 5% pension match

25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), option to buy more

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Fully funded training

Volunteering days and social events

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Nottingham seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead diverse projects throughout the UK. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in geotechnical engineering, with experience in design and investigations. Responsibilities include managing geotechnical projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The position offers competitive rewards, including a pension match, hybrid working options, and opportunities for growth and development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience across geotechnical investigations and design delivery.
• Knowledge of UK design codes (including EC7), standards and specifications.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support geotechnical design and investigations from concept to delivery.
• Manage and supervise geotechnical investigations and reporting.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver sustainable solutions.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Design delivery

Project management

Communication skills

Proficiency in geotechnical software

Education

Degree in geotechnical or related discipline

Tools

Plaxis 2D/3D

MS Office

Job description

At BWB Consulting, we’re more than engineers – we’re trusted partners, innovators, and problem-solvers. Recognised as ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year 2022 and proudly accredited with Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing, we’ve built an award-winning culture based on collaboration, sustainability, and making a positive impact.

If you’re passionate about shaping the ground beneath our feet and delivering projects that help communities thrive, this is your opportunity to do your best work as part of a collaborative and ambitious team.

What Success Looks Like in this Role

You will:

Lead and support geotechnical design and investigations from concept to delivery

Bring curiosity, commercial awareness, and innovation to every project

Be a go-to technical expert, trusted by clients and colleagues alike

What You’ll Be Doing

We have exciting opportunities for Senior Geotechnical Engineers to join our thriving Infrastructure team.

You’ll play a key role across a wide range of dynamic UK projects, taking ownership from desk study through to detailed design. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, provide expert advice to clients, and help deliver creative, sustainable geotechnical solutions.

Expect variety, challenge, and the chance to shape the future of our geotechnical capability as we continue to grow.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing and supervising geotechnical investigations, including soil/rock logging, sampling and in-situ testing

Producing high-quality geotechnical reporting and design solutions

Designing foundations, earthworks, retaining structures and slopes

Using advanced geotechnical software (e.g. Plaxis 2D/3D, settlement and slope stability tools)

Collaborating across disciplines and supporting major construction and earthworks projects

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is driven, curious, and ready to take the next step in their career.

You’ll have:

A degree in a geotechnical or related discipline

Experience across geotechnical investigations and design delivery

Knowledge of UK design codes (including EC7), standards and specifications

Experience working on geotechnical projects within the UK

Strong communication and project-management skills

Proficiency in MS Office and geotechnical software

A full driving licence and willingness to travel when needed

What we offer

• Inclusive Culture – Bring your authentic self to work every day.
• Competitive Rewards – Salary, 5% pension match, life assurance, and long-service recognition.
• Time Off & Flexibility – 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), option to buy more, hybrid working (3 days office), and flexible core hours.
• Health & Wellbeing – Westfield Health, healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives.
• Growth & Development – Fully funded training, Chartership support, and paid professional subscriptions.
• Community & Connection – Volunteering days, social events, discounts, and savings.

Accessibility & Adjustments

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We want every candidate to feel comfortable and supported during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments at interview stage, please let us know – we’ll be happy to make them.