Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geotechnical field is expanding its Geo Division in London and seeks a Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer. The role involves working on diverse projects, contributing to geotechnical design, and providing expertise in soil mechanics and ground investigations. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background and significant experience in the field, with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Inspiring and supportive colleagues

Recognition for hard work and career progression

Opportunities to develop technical and soft skills

Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced geotechnical practitioners with a strong foundation in UK design practices.
• Proven experience in specifying geotechnical testing and interpreting results.
• Track record in writing clear interpretive geotechnical reports.

Responsibilities

• Advise on scoping site investigations and interpreting field data.
• Produce geotechnical design reports and support construction phases.
• Design and supervise earthworks projects.

Skills

Soil Mechanics

Soil/Structure Interaction

Geotechnical Design

Ground Investigation Techniques

Geotechnical Testing

Interpretive Geotechnical Reports

Education

BEng or BSc in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Chartered Member of a relevant institution

MSc in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Oasys Pile

Alp

PDisp

Adsec

Rocscience Slide

AutoCAD

Excel

Plaxis 3D

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Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer, London

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

We're expanding our Geo Division in London and are seeking a Senior/Principal Geotechnical Consultant to join us. Geo is a core discipline within Stantec, supported by executive leaders who have risen through our ranks. If you're looking for career progression and the opportunity to work on diverse projects in sectors like renewables, commercial, and aviation, we would like to hear from you.

Our geotechnical design team advises on scoping site investigations, interpretation of field data, production of geotechnical design reports, and construction phase support. Some upcoming projects involve large-scale earthworks, including surcharging, ground improvements, and interactions with our remediation team. We also develop pioneering systems and promote viable alternatives to standard approaches, including challenging brownfield sites.

We are looking for someone with several years of field experience, ready to take the next step in their career.

About You:

We seek experienced geotechnical practitioners with a strong foundation in UK-based design practices. You should have a deep understanding of soil mechanics and soil/structure interaction, with significant experience in geotechnical design, including creating Geotechnical Design Reports (GDR) and Earthworks Specifications (EWS) to CD622 and EC7 standards.

Your qualifications should include a BEng, BSc, or higher in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, and you should be a Chartered Member of a relevant institution. Alternatively, a first degree in Geology with an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent is acceptable.

You should understand ground investigation techniques and have proven experience in specifying geotechnical testing, both in situ and laboratory, with the ability to interpret results accurately. Your expertise should extend to designing various geotechnical structures, including foundations, earthworks, ground improvement, slopes, embankments, gravity structures, nails, anchors, and embedded walls. Experience in designing, supervising, and verifying earthworks projects is highly desirable.

You should be proficient with industry-standard software such as Oasys Pile, Alp, PDisp, Adsec, ADC, Rocscience Slide, WALLAP, AutoCAD, and Excel. Experience with Plaxis 3D or other Finite Element software is a plus. You should have a proven track record in writing clear and comprehensive geotechnical reports.

The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group.

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About Stantec

As a global design leader with over 31,000 professionals, Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes, from complex urban developments to impactful neighborhood initiatives. We connect across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge, enriching the growth and experience of our people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is agile and influential, capable of making a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether starting your career or an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is based on the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we are well-positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a platform for future growth.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop technical and soft skills
• Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
• A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity

Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is integral to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all applications individually based on qualifications and knowledge, regardless of protected characteristics. We aim to provide a fair selection, assessment, and employment process, and request awareness of any physical or neurodiverse conditions within your application to facilitate reasonable adjustments.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

After applying through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application. The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group.