Location
Warrington
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
14/05/2026
Closing date
04/06/2026
Job Title: Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Warrington
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
A new opportunity has opened for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Warrington with a well-established ground investigation consultancy. This role offers the chance to lead projects across rail and major infrastructure developments while working within a highly experienced and growing geotechnical team.
The successful Senior Geotechnical Engineer will take ownership of projects from tender stage through to delivery, combining office-based technical work with site supervision and client interaction. This position offers clear career progression into Principal and Associate level roles, alongside ongoing support for professional development.
Company Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Clear career progression pathway
* Annual bonus scheme
* Hybrid working opportunities
* Internal and external training support
* Healthy pension scheme
* Opportunity to work on large infrastructure projects
The role of the Senior Geotechnical Engineer will involve:
* Leading and managing ground investigation projects
* Producing and reviewing geotechnical and geoenvironmental reports
* Slope stability and foundation design assessments
* Phase 1 and Phase 2 reporting
* Site supervision including core logging and soil sampling
* Risk assessments and project planning
* Mentoring and supporting junior engineers
* Client liaison and project management responsibilities
You will be joining a consultancy that actively invests in staff development and offers genuine opportunities to progress into senior leadership positions.
If you meet the following criteria, please apply for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer role:
* Degree qualified in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline
* Strong geotechnical report writing experience
* Previous experience leading projects
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Full UK driving licence
* Live within a commutable distance of the Warrington office