technical manager in Leeds)

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Technical Geotechnical Manager in Leeds. The successful candidate will lead a regional team while managing geotechnical aspects across diverse projects. Essential qualifications include a geology degree and at least five years of industry experience. The position offers competitive salary, bonus schemes, and prospects for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Flexible working

Great progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years of experience in the industry.
• Chartered geologist is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead a regional team of engineers on various projects.
• Mentor staff and ensure project timelines stay on track.
• Liaise with clients and regulators, providing high-level technical advice.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise in geotechnical engineering

Client liaising

Education

Geology degree

Job description

Mark Paylor

Technical Geotechnical Manager | Leeds | £45,000

An exciting new opportunity for a Technical Geotechnical Manager has opened. If you are looking for an exciting role in Leeds where you can help develop a team, we want to hear from you!

You will have the chance to work for a large specialist geotechnical and environmental contractor on a large range of projects.

As the Technical Geotechnical Manager your day-to-day role will involve leading a regional team of engineers and overseeing the technical delivery of geotechnical and geoenvironmental aspects across a range of remediation and infrastructure projects. You will be reviewing project updates, coordinating with Resident Engineers, and responding to any immediate technical queries from site teams.

Your time will be split between mentoring staff, liaising with clients and regulators, and ensuring that validation works stay on track in terms of cost and programme. You'll regularly attend site meetings, provide high-level technical advice, review reports, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to develop pragmatic and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Essential criteria:

* Must live within a commutable distance from Leeds office

* Full UK driving licence

* Chartered geologist (desirable)

* Must have at least 5 years working in the industry

* Must hold a geology degree

Company benefits:

* Competitive salary

* Bonus scheme

* Flexible working

* Great progression opportunities