Geotechnical Site Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-09
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Site Manager, Environmental Engineer -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Site Manager
Geotechnical Site Engineer (SL47021) Glasgow, Scotland
Salary: GBP
32000 - GBP
36000 per annum
Position:
Geotechnical Site Engineer
Location:
Glasgow
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established geotechnical and geoenvironmental contractor for an experienced Site Engineer to join their growing team based in Glasgow.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer with a ground investigation contracting background looking to join a respected business offering long-term career progression, excellent benefits and a strong pipeline of projects.
This is a fully site-based role, focused on the delivery and supervision of ground investigation works. There are no office-based or report writing responsibilities, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy being out on site and managing investigations from start to finish.
Geotechnical Site Engineer Salary & Benefits- 24 days annual leave, increasing by one day per completed year of service (up to 29 days).
- 8 Bank Holidays.
- 6% contributory pension following successful probation.
- Company van for commuting to and from site.
- Mobile phone and laptop.
- £15 per night disruption allowance when working away.
- £20 per day subsistence allowance when working away.
- Holiday Buy-Back Scheme.
- Long-term career progression within an established ground investigation contractor.
- Supervise and deliver a variety of ground investigation projects across the UK.
- Organise and oversee site investigation works, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time and to specification.
- Liaise with drilling crews, subcontractors and project teams on site.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
- Manage site logistics, equipment and daily operations.
- Maintain effective communication between site teams and the office.
- Build and maintain positive client relationships on site.
- Support project delivery to ensure quality standards and programme requirements are achieved.
- Minimum 2-3 years' experience within a ground investigation contractor.
- Good understanding of site investigation techniques including boreholes, trial pits and in-situ testing.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures on site.
- Full UK manual driving licence.
- Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
- Earth Science, Geology, Engineering Geology or Geotechnical-related qualification desirable.
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