Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Central London (with overseas projects)
Salary: GBP35,000 : GBP45,000
Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with a strong background in site investigations and contractor:led projects, looking for opportunities to work both in the UK and abroad?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Engineer to join a well:established ground engineering contractor based in Central London. This role is heavily site:focused, offering hands:on involvement in ground investigations, supervision, and delivery of projects overseas alongside UK:based works.
You will work closely with drilling teams, subcontractors, and project managers, gaining exposure to a wide range of ground conditions and investigation techniques across international infrastructure and development projects.
The Role:
As the Geotechnical Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
* Supervising and managing site investigations in the UK and overseas
* Overseeing drilling, sampling, and in:situ testing (CPTs, trial pits, boreholes)
* Logging soil and rock to current standards
* Coordinating site teams, plant, and subcontractors
* Liaising with clients, engineers, and project managers on site
* Contributing to factual and interpretative reporting where required
About You:
* Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or similar
* Experience working for a ground investigation contractor or site:based consultancy
* Strong understanding of site investigation techniques and ground conditions
* Confident working independently on site
* Willingness to travel internationally for project work
Whats On Offer:
* Central London base with option for overseas travel
* Hands:on, site:led role with real responsibility
* Long:term career progression within a growing contractor
* Supportive team with strong technical and site experience
* Competitive salary, travel expenses, and benefits
If youre looking for a practical, site:heavy geotechnical role with the chance to work on international ground investigation projects, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.