Geotechnical Engineer

Job Title:
Geotechnical Engineer

Location:

Central London (with overseas projects)
Salary: 35,000 - 45,000

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with a strong background in site investigations and contractor-led projects, looking for opportunities to work both in the UK and abroad?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established ground engineering contractor based in Central London. This role is heavily site-focused, offering hands-on involvement in ground investigations, supervision, and delivery of projects overseas alongside UK-based works.

You will work closely with drilling teams, subcontractors, and project managers, gaining exposure to a wide range of ground conditions and investigation techniques across international infrastructure and development projects.

The Role:

As the Geotechnical Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and managing site investigations in the UK and overseas
• Overseeing drilling, sampling, and in-situ testing (CPTs, trial pits, boreholes)
• Logging soil and rock to current standards
• Coordinating site teams, plant, and subcontractors
• Liaising with clients, engineers, and project managers on site
• Contributing to factual and interpretative reporting where required

About You:

• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or similar
• Experience working for a ground investigation contractor or site-based consultancy
• Strong understanding of site investigation techniques and ground conditions
• Confident working independently on site
• Willingness to travel internationally for project work

What's On

Offer:

• Central London base with option for overseas travel
• Hands-on, site-led role with real responsibility
• Long-term career progression within a growing contractor
• Supportive team with strong technical and site experience
• Competitive salary, travel expenses, and benefits

If you're looking for a practical, site-heavy geotechnical role with the chance to work on international ground investigation projects, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.