Geotechnical Engineer

London, United Kingdom

• Category: Geotechnical Engineering

Description

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About the Role

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical engineering projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in both fieldwork and office-based activities, supporting projects from site investigation and data collection through to technical analysis, reporting, and project delivery. The position offers excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic and technically driven environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Company pension scheme.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Professional training and career development support.

Payment of travel expenses for site visits.

Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake and supervise ground investigations on a variety of development and infrastructure projects.

Coordinate site activities and ensure investigations are completed to the required technical standards.

Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.

Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.

Assist with foundation assessments, slope stability evaluations, and geotechnical risk assessments.

Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.

Manage subcontractors, drilling contractors, and site operations.

Monitor project progress to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.

Maintain accurate technical records and project documentation.

Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures.

Requirements

Previous experience working within a geotechnical, engineering geology, or geo-environmental consultancy environment.

Good understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical assessment methodologies.

Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, regulations, and industry best practice.

Strong report writing and technical communication skills.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to project delivery.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

If you’re looking to progress your career in geotechnical engineering, we’d be keen to hear from you-apply now.

Interested in this or other roles in Geology, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

Company

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Penguin Recruitment

Penguin offers a professional recruitment service delivered with a friendly, positive personality. We are experienced at sourcing candidates at all levels of seniority throughout our specialist markets.

Penguin Recruitment Consultants are selected for their advanced communication skills paired with a genuine energy and can-do attitude to ensure candidates and clients alike receive a thorough, enthusiastic and quality recruitment experience.

Penguin Recruitment Ltd operates as both an Employment Business and an Employment Agency meaning we are able to provide both temporary and permanent staff. Penguin Recruitment is a member of REC (The Recruitment and Employment Confederation).