Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Central London

Salary: £28,000-£30,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with at least two years of consultancy experience looking to take the next step in your career? An exciting opportunity has become available to join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy delivering a wide range of geotechnical, ground investigation, and infrastructure projects across London and the UK.

You will join a highly experienced team, working on residential, commercial, and major infrastructure developments while continuing to develop your technical expertise and project management skills within a collaborative and supportive environment.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Annual performance reviews and career development opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects
• Support towards professional chartership
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and undertaking geotechnical site investigations and ground assessments
• Supervising intrusive ground investigations and site works
• Soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater monitoring
• Interpreting geotechnical and geo-environmental data
• Preparing factual and interpretative ground investigation reports
• Conducting foundation and earthworks assessments
• Assisting with slope stability, retaining wall, and earth retention design assessments
• Coordinating geotechnical laboratory testing programmes
• Supporting project delivery from initial investigation through to reporting and design
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards during site activities

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years' experience within a geotechnical engineering or ground investigation consultancy environment
• Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical principles
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and interpreting site investigation data
• Knowledge of foundation design, earthworks, and geotechnical assessment methodologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and work both independently and within a team
• Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Geotechnical Engineer seeking to further their career within a well-established consultancy that values technical excellence, professional development, and long-term progression.

If you are looking for your next challenge in London and have a minimum of two years' relevant experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.