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Principal engineering geologist

Leeds
Soil Engineering
Engineering geologist
Posted: 28 June
Offer description

We are looking for candidates who can manage the day-to-day operational control of multiple contracts of all sizes, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, cost control, performance to programme, and customer service.

Candidates should be able to maintain commercial awareness to ensure the company is not exposed financially and to achieve full margins from operational activities. They will manage contracts to perform in line with budgets, maintain a motivated, effective, and safety-conscious workforce, and ensure good client relations by meeting client requirements. Additionally, they will support and mentor junior and senior engineers.

We are seeking qualified individuals with significant experience in the geotechnical industry, with a solid understanding of ground conditions, drilling, and site investigation works.

Candidates should have a good understanding of geotechnical processes and contract management, excellent written English, and good letter-writing skills. A strong customer-service focus, professional approach, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for liaising with clients and regional teams.

Full UK driving license is required.

We are recruiting in the Northern Region, based in Leeds.


Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

Joining the world's largest specialist geotechnical contractor means becoming part of an international community of over 10,000 experts across 31 countries. You will have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious, ground-breaking projects, utilizing the latest tools and technologies to solve complex problems, learn new skills, and advance your career in any direction.

At Soil Engineering Geoservices, our highly skilled team offers leading geotechnical expertise through ground investigation, drilling, grouting, and geotechnical testing from three bases across the country. We undertake a wide range of investigative and remediation techniques, with over 60 years of experience in land and nearshore marine investigations, working in secure or high-risk environments, and tackling difficult and restricted access projects.

Supporting our Ground Investigation business, we operate one of the country's largest single-site geotechnical laboratories, UKAS accredited for over 40 test disciplines, providing testing for internal and external projects. The laboratory also maintains in-situ testing capabilities, including CBR and Plate Bearing tests.

A career at Soil Engineering means working with leading experts and continuously expanding your knowledge within a supportive community that values mutual care.

Entité

Soil Engineering Geoservices Limited was founded in 1963 as the ground investigation arm of Holst Construction. Established to give Holst a technical advantage in their design process through detailed ground investigation, we now provide that same geotechnical expertise to clients across the UK through our three core business streams:

* Ground Investigation
* Drilling and Grouting
* Geotechnical Testing
Our capabilities are delivered by a highly skilled team of operatives and engineers, supported by an in-house team providing plant maintenance, procurement, and commercial services. Based in Leeds, Coatbridge, and Camberley, we offer comprehensive services from desk study to completed design and remediation across various geotechnical disciplines. Our systems are certified for safety, environmental management, and quality. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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