Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Job Title: Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer Working Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days office / site visits as required) Key Responsibilities: - Lead technically challenging geotechnical projects from feasibility through delivery - Mentor and develop junior engineers - Drive a strong mix of technical, commercial, and project responsibilities - Manage geotechnical assessments and engineering studies - Oversee project delivery from initial investigation through to design support - Review ground investigation data and provide technical recommendations - Support foundation, earthworks, retaining structure, and slope stability assessments - Manage external ground investigation contractors and specialist consultants - Produce and review technical reports and design documentation - Support project planning, commercial reporting, and client engagement - Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers - Collaborate closely with civil, structural, and multidisciplinary project teams Requirements: - Strong geotechnical engineering experience within infrastructure, highways, rail, energy, or civil engineering sectors - Experience leading projects and managing technical delivery - Good understanding of ground investigations, geotechnical design, and risk management - Experience with foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, and slope engineering - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills - Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership preferred - Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline Contract Type: Permanent Why This Role Stands Out: - Opportunity to lead major infrastructure and civil engineering schemes - Lead technically challenging projects - Mentor junior engineers and help grow a talented team - Flexible hybrid working and clear career progression - Exposure to diverse infrastructure projects across the UK Work Schedule: Hybrid - 2 days office / site visits as required Benefits: Competitive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement If you're a Geotechnical Engineer ready to take ownership of complex projects and shape a growing team, this is an ideal next step. You will join a multidisciplinary engineering business delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the UK. Take your career further with a vibrant, supportive team and challenging, rewarding work