Principal Geotechnical Engineer

A leading engineering and design consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their Ground Engineering team in either Manchester, Leeds, or Belfast.

This is a great opportunity to join one of the UK's leading geotechnical consultancies, supporting a growing portfolio of prestigious projects across infrastructure and energy sectors including defence, rail, highways, water, renewable energy, low carbon engineering, and nuclear power.

Responsibilities of Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer:

• Lead geotechnical projects with strong technical and management credentials across UK and international programmes
• Mentor and develop junior geotechnical engineers within the team
• Deliver geotechnical design including structures, foundations, slopes, and anchors using appropriate tools and workflows
• Apply digital geotechnical engineering capability including AI and machine learning in geotechnical design
• Manage client relationships, work planning, and commercial management across projects
• Apply CDM Regulations within design and ground investigation environments
• Support business development and work winning activity to expand infrastructure and energy geotechnics capability
• Produce high quality reports with a self-checking approach to accuracy and delivery

Essential Requirements Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a postgraduate qualification in a geotechnical subject
• Chartered status as a civil engineer or geologist
• Proven geotechnical design experience and numerical/analytical capabilities using tools such as GeoStudio, Repute, Wallap, or equivalent
• Experience working in Design and Build environments
• Strong project management and commercial track record
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with confidence to liaise with clients
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas
• Valid UK driving licence