Full job descriptionGeotechnical Engineer
Location: London
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (Dependent on Experience)
About the RoleA respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical engineering projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.
The successful candidate will play an important role in both fieldwork and office-based activities, supporting projects from site investigation and data collection through to technical analysis, reporting, and project delivery. The position offers excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic and technically driven environment.
Benefits*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Generous annual leave entitlement.
*Company pension scheme.
*Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
*Professional training and career development support.
*Payment of travel expenses for site visits.
*Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the UK.
Key Responsibilities*Undertake and supervise ground investigations on a variety of development and infrastructure projects.
*Coordinate site activities and ensure investigations are completed to the required technical standards.
*Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.
*Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
*Assist with foundation assessments, slope stability evaluations, and geotechnical risk assessments.
*Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
*Manage subcontractors, drilling contractors, and site operations.
*Monitor project progress to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
*Maintain accurate technical records and project documentation.
*Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
*Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures.
Requirements*Previous experience working within a geotechnical, engineering geology, or geo-environmental consultancy environment.
*Good understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical assessment methodologies.
*Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
*Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, regulations, and industry best practice.
*Strong report writing and technical communication skills.
*Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
*Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to project delivery.
*Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
If you’re looking to progress your career in geotechnical engineering, we’d be keen to hear from you-apply now.
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