Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Manchester
£38,000 - £42,000
A leading ground investigation contractor in Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to take a key role in the delivery and management of site investigation projects across the Northwest.
This position is focused on ground investigation, project delivery and team leadership ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, operational environment rather than pure design consultancy work.
The Role
You will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of ground investigation projects, including:
Planning and programming site investigations
Managing rotary and cable percussion drilling, window sampling and trial pitting
Supervising drilling crews and subcontractors
Logging soil and rock in accordance with BS5930 and Eurocode 7
Scheduling and interpreting laboratory testing
Producing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports
Managing budgets, timelines and client communication
Mentoring junior engineers and engineering geologists
Ensuring health & safety compliance on siteYou will split your time between site and office, taking ownership of multiple projects simultaneously.
Requirements
Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or Civil Engineering
Strong UK ground investigation experience (5+ years)
Excellent soil and rock logging skills
Experience managing GI projects and supervising teams
Strong report writing ability
Full UK driving licence
Working towards Chartership desirable
What's on Offer
Clear progression to Contracts Manager or Principal level
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
Company vehicle or allowance
Strong pipeline of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects
Supportive and technically experienced teamThis is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Engineer who wants responsibility and long term progression within a respected ground investigation specialist in Manchester.
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