Senior Project Manager

Bridgewater Consultancy; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading site investigation services provider in the UK seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager (Geology) in Edinburgh. You will play a critical role in our ambitious growth plans, contributing your expertise to a dynamic Geotechnical Team. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of industry experience and a strong background in project management, geology, and business development. This permanent position offers excellent benefits, including a generous salary, bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous Salary

8% Bonus

25 days holiday

Vehicle plus fuel card

Health Care Cover

Employee recognition schemes

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of UK industry experience, leading delivery teams.
• Strong track record in planning and supervising Ground Investigation projects.
• Proficiency in geology, project management, and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Be a key member of the geotechnical team, contributing to project success.
• Plan, supervise, and provide financial control for multiple projects.
• Train and mentor staff in site investigation matters.

Skills

Geology

Project management

Business development

Team leadership

Job description

01st November, 2025

Embark on an exciting journey as a Senior Project Manager (Geology) for our client, the UK's market-leading provider of site investigation services. In this permanent role, you'll be a vital part of our ambitious growth plans, contributing your expertise to our 135-strong Geotechnical Team. Ranked 6th in the Ground Engineering top 100 Geotechnical companies for 2021,

Our client has a strong heritage of delivering high-quality, award-winning site investigation services to clients across the UK. Based out of our Basingstoke office, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, leveraging your skills in geology, project management, and business development to drive success.

• Become a key member of a thriving, industry-leading team
• Contribute to our clients continued growth and innovation
• Enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment with excellent benefits

Preferred Requirements

• Excellent awareness of ground investigation specifications, procedures, techniques, British Standards, and codes of practice
• Proven ability to plan, supervise, and programme multiple Ground Investigation projects, including £1M+ sized projects
• Responsibility and accountability for the financial control and technical quality of projects from award to completion
• Experience in developing and maintaining existing and new business in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Expertise in training new and existing staff in all matters of site investigation, in conjunction with the Operations Manager

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of UK industry experience, with a strong track record of leading a small delivery team
• Proficiency in geology, project management, ground investigation, site investigation, report writing, team leadership, and business development
• Commitment to personal and professional development, with a passion for mentoring and supporting your colleagues

Benefits

• Generous Salary
• 8% Bonus
• 25 days holiday with the option to buy more
• Vehicle plus fuel card
• Expenses
• Project Allowances (£5K)
• Health Care Cover
• Employee recognition schemes
• Family friendly support
• Employee benefits and discounts app
• Employee assistance programmes
• Contributed company pension

Diversity Statement

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a fair, equal and inclusive workplace for all. Equality and diversity matters, and they are keen to promote these values across all areas of the business.