Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Manchester

£40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits

A well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take on more responsibility within a supportive and technically strong environment.

The role will involve working across a range of infrastructure, commercial, and residential developments throughout the UK, supporting projects from initial site investigation through to detailed design and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing and delivering geotechnical and ground investigation projects

Producing and reviewing factual and interpretative ground investigation reports

Geotechnical design including foundations, retaining structures, and earthworks

Supervising site investigations including logging soil and rock in accordance with BS 5930

Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical development

Liaising with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams

Contributing to proposals, tenders, and project planning

Requirements:

Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline

Around 5-8 years' experience within geotechnical or ground engineering consultancy

Strong report writing and interpretation skills

Experience with foundation design and geotechnical assessments

Working knowledge of UK standards including Eurocode 7

Ideally working towards ICE or Geological Society of London chartership

Benefits:

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Flexible working options

Support towards chartership

Clear progression into Principal level

Exposure to a wide range of technically interesting projects

This role would suit a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to progress their career within a respected consultancy that offers strong technical support and long-term career development