Principal Geotechnical Engineer

A leading engineering and design consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their Ground Engineering team in either Manchester, Leeds, or Belfast.
This is a great opportunity to join one of the UK's leading geotechnical consultancies, supporting a growing portfolio of prestigious projects across infrastructure and energy sectors including defence, rail, highways, water, renewable energy, low carbon engineering, and nuclear power.
Responsibilities of Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer:
* Lead geotechnical projects with strong technical and management credentials across UK and international programmes
* Mentor and develop junior geotechnical engineers within the team
* Deliver geotechnical design including structures, foundations, slopes, and anchors using appropriate tools and workflows
* Apply digital geotechnical engineering capability including AI and machine learning in geotechnical design
* Manage client relationships, work planning, and commercial management across projects
* Apply CDM Regulations within design and ground investigation environments
* Support business development and work winning activity to expand infrastructure and energy geotechnics capability
* Produce high quality reports with a self-checking approach to accuracy and delivery
Essential Requirements Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer:
* Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a postgraduate qualification in a geotechnical subject
* Chartered status as a civil engineer or geologist
* Proven geotechnical design experience and numerical/analytical capabilities using tools such as GeoStudio, Repute, Wallap, or equivalent
* Experience working in Design and Build environments
* Strong project management and commercial track record
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with confidence to liaise with clients
* Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas
* Valid UK driving licence
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed