Geotechnical Project Engineer

Job Title:
Geotechnical Project Engineer

Location:

London
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join a well-established geotechnical contractor in London.

The successful Geotechnical Project Engineer will work across a diverse range of projects, delivering ground investigation and geotechnical works both on site and in the office. Projects will include residential, commercial, and major infrastructure developments.

You will have the opportunity to work for a respected ground investigation contractor who have a strong pipeline of projects coming up in 2026.

• Ongoing internal training and professional development
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Clear and structured career progression

• Designing and managing ground investigations
• Supervising site works and coordinating drilling contractors
• Producing Phase 1 desk studies and interpretative geotechnical reports
• Undertaking geotechnical risk assessments
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal design teams
• Supporting project delivery from tender stage through to completion

You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while gaining further technical and project management experience through close collaboration with senior and principal engineers.

If you are looking to join a forward-thinking specialist geotechnical consultancy, we would be keen to hear from you.

• Degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience with in ground investigation or geotechnical consultancy
• Able to commute to London-based projects
• Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Ruby Evans at Penguin Recruitment.