Location
London
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
11/08/2026
Closing date
01/09/2026
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: London
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
An established engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their London team. This role would suit an experienced geotechnical engineer with 5+ years' experience who is working towards or close to achieving Chartered status.
The position offers the opportunity to work across a varied range of geotechnical projects, taking responsibility for technical delivery while developing your project management and client-facing experience.
The Role
* Deliver geotechnical projects from ground investigation through to design and construction.
* Plan and manage ground investigations, including reviewing factual information and producing interpretative reports.
* Undertake geotechnical analysis and design for a range of development and infrastructure projects.
* Prepare technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
* Carry out geotechnical assessments including slope stability, retaining structures, foundations and earthworks.
* Work closely with structural, civil and environmental engineers on multidisciplinary projects.
* Liaise with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
* Assist with project management, including programmes, budgets and resources.
* Provide technical support and mentoring to junior engineers.
* Contribute to business development and the development of client relationships.
About You
* 5+ years' experience in geotechnical engineering.
* Working towards or close to achieving Chartered Engineer status.
* Strong experience in UK ground conditions and geotechnical design.
* Experience across ground investigation and interpretative reporting.
* Good knowledge of relevant UK standards and design guidance.
* Strong technical report writing and communication skills.
* Commercially aware with the ability to work directly with clients.
* Experience working within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
* Full UK driving licence desirable.
This is a great opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to develop their technical and project management experience while working on a varied portfolio of geotechnical and infrastructure projects in London.