Principal Geotechnical Engineer / Principal Engineering Geologist
Location: Bristol or Exeter (hybrid working)
Recruiter: Morson Talent
Sector: Highways & Infrastructure
About the role
Morson Talent is partnering with a major national highways organisation to recruit a Principal Geotechnical Engineer / Principal Engineering Geologist to join a South West Operations Geotechnical team.
This is a senior technical role where you will work closely with the Geotechnical Engineering Team Manager to lead, inspire and support a team of geotechnical professionals. You will play a key role in managing geotechnical risks, setting priorities and developing innovative early solutions across a diverse portfolio of schemes.
Your expertise will span earthworks, slopes and rock faces, and their interaction with drainage, structures and other highway assets. Acting as a technical authority, you will help ensure infrastructure solutions are safe, resilient and future-proof, while also influencing the ongoing development of geotechnical asset management practices.
This role is hybrid, with office bases available in Bristol or Exeter.
Please note: This role requires driving as part of normal duties. A full driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points...