Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Engineering Geologist
Hampshire (Remote)

-38,00040,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Engineering Geologist to join a respected ground investigation contractor and consultancy based in London. This role offers the chance to take on a senior position within an established and growing ground engineering team, delivering a wide range of complex and high-profile projects across London and throughout the UK.

About the Role

As a Senior Engineering Geologist, you will lead and manage ground investigation projects from inception to completion, while providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. You will play a key role in ensuring successful project delivery, maintaining strong client relationships, and supporting the commercial growth of the business.

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews
• Bonus scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Clear career progression to Principal or Associate level
• Support for Chartership and ongoing professional development (CPD)
• Opportunity to contribute to landmark engineering projects across London

Key Responsibilities

• Managing ground investigation projects from tender stage through to final delivery
• Designing and specifying site investigation works
• Supervising site operations and maintaining high-quality standards
• Logging and interpreting soil and rock data in accordance with BS5930
• Preparing and reviewing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports
• Providing geotechnical assessments and design input
• Liaising with clients and attending project meetings
• Mentoring and supporting junior geologists and engineers
• Promoting compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related subject
• Minimum of 5 years'' relevant industry experience
• Strong experience in ground investigation and technical reporting
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and maintain client relationships
• Excellent communication, technical, and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Chartered status, or actively working towards Chartership (e.g. CGeol, CSci, ICE)
• Experience working on major infrastructure or urban development schemes
• Good understanding of geotechnical design principles
• Commercial awareness and business development experience

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineering geologist looking to progress their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy environment.

Interested in this or other roles in Geology, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position