Geotechnical Project Manager

Geotechnical Project Manager – Structural Soils

Join Structural Soils in shaping the future of UK water infrastructure. With Ofwat’s AMP8 investment programme injecting £88 billion into the UK water sector, Structural Soils, part of the RSK Group, is poised to play a pivotal role in delivering geotechnical excellence across major infrastructure projects.

• Lead and manage geotechnical projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee ground investigations, interpret data, and deliver high‑quality reports.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and health & safety regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development.

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 12–15 years of UK‑based experience managing large‑scale geotechnical projects.
• Strong understanding of the UK water sector infrastructure and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client‑facing skills.
• Chartered status (CGeol or equivalent) preferred.
• Sound understanding of the UK site investigation industry and applicable standards.
• A desire to become a key member of the local and national team of engineers by demonstrating excellence in your work.
• Full Clean UK Manual driving licence essential.

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• 31 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising to 36 for extended service.
• Life insurance, pension scheme, and free private GP service.
• Flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan, discounted gym membership, cycle‑to‑work scheme, electric car salary‑sacrifice scheme, and more.
• Payment of relevant professional membership fees and mentoring to chartership.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and promotes innovation and collaboration.

Structural Soils, established in 1964, is an award‑winning national, multidisciplinary, integrated geotechnical and geo‑environmental site investigation company. Part of the RSK Group, we operate across the UK and internationally, providing a full range of services from desk‑based analysis to on‑site investigations and technical advice.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Project Management and Information Technology

Civil Engineering