Senior Geologist

Senior Geologist | North West | Join a Growing Ground Investigation Team

A well‑established geotechnical and environmental consultancy providing specialist ground investigation, geotechnical and geoenvironmental services across the UK. We support a broad range of sectors including infrastructure, rail, energy, commercial and residential development, delivering practical, high‑quality engineering solutions. Known for technical excellence and a collaborative culture, we offer the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects, with strong support for professional development and career progression.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Geologist to join a respected consultancy with a strong reputation in ground investigation and engineering services. Working across a varied project portfolio, you will play a key role delivering and managing site investigation and geotechnical projects from tender through to interpretation and reporting. This role would suit a geologist with a minimum of 5 years' relevant industry experience looking to take ownership of projects, support junior team members and contribute technically within a growing business.

The Role

• Planning and managing ground investigation projects
• Supervising site works including drilling, logging and sampling
• Factual and interpretative reporting
• Ground modelling and geotechnical assessment
• Foundation recommendations and earthworks input
• Supporting contaminated land and geoenvironmental assessments
• Liaising with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Mentoring junior engineers and geologists
• Contributing to technical delivery and project management

About You

• Minimum 5 years' experience in engineering geology / geotechnical investigation
• Experience managing and delivering site investigation projects
• Strong soil and rock logging and interpretative reporting skills
• Knowledge of geotechnical risk assessment and design principles
• Client‑facing and project management experience
• Chartered status or working toward chartership desirable

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle + expenses
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributed pension scheme
• Medical cover
• Life insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subscriptions
• Flexible working options
• Professional development & chartership support
• Exposure to varied and technically challenging projects

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and promote equal opportunities for all.

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