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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment
City of London
money-bag £50000 - £60000/annum
Posted: 12 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 10 September 2026
Ref: 225482194

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: London
Salary: -50,000 - -60,000

An established engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their London team. This role would suit an experienced geotechnical engineer with 5+ years'' experience who is working towards or close to achieving Chartered status.

The position offers the opportunity to work across a varied range of geotechnical projects, taking responsibility for technical delivery while developing your project management and client-facing experience.



The Role

  • Deliver geotechnical projects from ground investigation through to design and construction.
  • Plan and manage ground investigations, including reviewing factual information and producing interpretative reports.
  • Undertake geotechnical analysis and design for a range of development and infrastructure projects.
  • Prepare technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
  • Carry out geotechnical assessments including slope stability, retaining structures, foundations and earthworks.
  • Work closely with structural, civil and environmental engineers on multidisciplinary projects.
  • Liaise with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
  • Assist with project management, including programmes, budgets and resources.
  • Provide technical support and mentoring to junior engineers.
  • Contribute to business development and the development of client relationships.


About You

  • 5+ years'' experience in geotechnical engineering.
  • Working towards or close to achieving Chartered Engineer status.
  • Strong experience in UK ground conditions and geotechnical design.
  • Experience across ground investigation and interpretative reporting.
  • Good knowledge of relevant UK standards and design guidance.
  • Strong technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Commercially aware with the ability to work directly with clients.
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
  • Full UK driving licence desirable.

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to develop their technical and project management experience while working on a varied portfolio of geotechnical and infrastructure projects in London.

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