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Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Job in London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listing for: Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-03
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Environmental Engineer
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 70000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Principal Geotechnical Engineer - London

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE
Location:
London

An established consultancy is looking for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their London team. This is a senior technical position offering the opportunity to lead complex geotechnical projects, provide technical expertise and support the development of junior engineers.

The Role

You'll take a leading role across a variety of geotechnical projects, from ground investigation and design through to construction, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and managing complex geotechnical projects
  • Reviewing ground investigation information and developing ground models
  • Undertaking and reviewing geotechnical design calculations
  • Foundation, retaining wall and earthworks design
  • Slope stability and settlement assessments
  • Producing and reviewing geotechnical interpretative reports
  • Providing technical input into ground investigation specifications
  • Liaising with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams
  • Reviewing technical work and providing guidance to junior engineers
  • Supporting fee proposals, tenders and business development
  • Managing project budgets, programmes and technical deliverables

About You

  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline
  • Significant experience within UK geotechnical consultancy
  • Strong technical knowledge across geotechnical design and ground investigation
  • Experience with Eurocodes and relevant British Standards
  • Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership
  • Strong report writing and client-facing skills
  • Experience mentoring and technically supervising junior staff
  • Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

  • £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
  • Senior technical position with genuine career progression
  • Opportunity to lead major and technically challenging projects
  • Hybrid working
  • Professional development and chartership support
  • Strong benefits package
  • Collaborative and technically driven working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer looking to take a leading technical role within an established London consultancy.

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