Job Title: Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
The Role
A well-established consultancy based in Birmingham is looking to appoint a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to play a key role in delivering a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, commercial, and residential sectors.
This position offers a strong balance of technical delivery, project management, and team support. You'll take ownership of projects from early-stage ground investigation through to detailed design, while also mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the wider growth of the team.
Key Responsibilities
Managing geotechnical projects from inception to completion
Designing foundations, retaining structures, and earthworks solutions
Producing and reviewing interpretative geotechnical reports
Overseeing and specifying ground investigations
Carrying out geotechnical analysis (e.g. slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity)
Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
Assisting with project planning, resourcing, and commercial aspectsRequirements
Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a related field
5-10+ years' UK consultancy experience
Strong technical background in geotechnical design and analysis
Proven experience managing projects and client relationships
Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE or Geological Society)
Good understanding of UK standards, including Eurocodes
Full UK driving licenceWhat's on Offer
Competitive salary with performance-based reviews
Clear progression towards Principal level
Support with Chartership and continued professional development
Opportunity to work on a wide variety of technically interesting projects
Flexible and hybrid working options
Friendly, collaborative team environment
Company pension and benefits packageThis role would suit a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking for more responsibility, the chance to influence projects, and a clear path for career progression within a growing consultancy