Geotechnical Project Manager

Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Greater London
Job Description:

Overview

Geotechnical Project Manager – LondonSalary: £50,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Project Manager to join a well‑established site investigation and ground engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of commercial and infrastructure projects across London and the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

  • Take full ownership of projects from tender through to completion, managing multiple schemes simultaneously.
  • Oversee technical delivery, commercial performance, and client relationships, whilst leading site teams and junior engineers.
  • Coordinate ground investigations and prepare/ review risk assessments and method statements.
  • Ensure health and safety compliance throughout site works.
  • Provide technical oversight of soil and rock logging, groundwater and gas monitoring programmes, contamination sampling strategies, and the production and review of factual and interpretative reports.
  • Liaise closely with clients, drilling contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Apply commercial awareness – cost control, programme management, tendering and business development contributions.

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years’ experience within geotechnical engineering/ground investigation.
  • Strong project management and client‑facing experience.
  • Experience managing site investigations and reviewing technical reports.
  • Degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Live within a commutable distance of Central London.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Performance‑related bonus.
  • Overtime and site allowances.
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Clear training and progression pathway.

If you are interested in applying for the position of Geotechnical Project Manager in London, please contact Ruby Evans at Penguin Recruitment.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026