Ground Investigation (GI) Project Manager
Business Unit: Infrastructure Services
Location: Coventry
Reports to: Operations Manager
Role Overview
A leading infrastructure services provider is seeking a Ground Investigation Project Manager to join their team in Coventry. This role is ideal for a professional with a degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, or Civil Engineering and 5-8+ years of relevant industry experience.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality ground investigation and geotechnical services across sectors such as highways, rail, nuclear, energy (onshore and offshore), and environmental infrastructure. The position is primarily office-based but includes regular client liaison from project inception through to completion.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a knowledgeable and committed team, with a competitive salary, car allowance, hybrid working (up to 2 days from home), and access to a comprehensive professional development programme.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage a range of GI projects and related business operations.
Support business growth in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
Apply in-depth knowledge of ground investigation techniques in project delivery.
Oversee planning, supervision, and programming of GI works.
Manage projects from award through to completion, including large-scale projects (£1M+).
Take ownership of financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
Lead and support a team of site engineers and technicians.
Contribute to technical proposal preparation and participate in tender processes.
Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are maintained on site.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
Degree in a geotechnical or civil engineering discipline.
CSCS (Manager level), SMSTS, and awareness of CDM 2015 regulations.
Full UK driving licence.
5-8+ years of relevant industry experience.
Minimum of 1 year in a project management role.
Strong understanding of GI specifications, methods, British Standards, and best practices.
Familiarity with geotechnical and geoenvironmental lab testing.
Proficiency in data handling and presentation (e.g. borehole logging software).
Financial awareness, including project budgeting and reporting.
Strong IT skills (MS Office), communication, and organisational abilities.
Willingness to travel and work on active construction and linear sites.
Desirable:
Experience in financial forecasting and cost control.
Membership of a relevant professional institution.
Working toward Chartered status.
If you're ready to take the next step in your geotechnical career and join a supportive and dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you