Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Gloucester Gloucestershire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Local Government (Gloucester)
Join a leading engineering and professional services consultancy where you can work on high-impact, community-focused projects, collaborate with experienced specialists, and develop your career in a supportive, inclusive environment.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join a Local Government delivery team supporting a county council professional services contract. Based in central Gloucester, you'll help deliver a growing programme of geotechnical, highways, bridges and infrastructure schemes across the county, with a strong emphasis on practical assessment, design and proportionate risk management.
You'll be part of an established team with excellent local knowledge, supported by a wider UK network of geotechnical specialists who provide additional resource and technical expertise.
The county's varied geology, topography and highway network creates recurring challenges including slopes, embankments, retaining structures, landslips and resilience issues. The 2026/27 financial year is a key period, with increased investment in the geotechnical programme in response to the frequency and impact of geotechnical events across the region.
Key responsibilities:
Lead and contribute across all stages of geotechnical schemes: early advice, investigation planning, design, construction support and asset management
Act as technical lead on a range of geotechnical projects
Develop and procure ground investigations
Write and check technical deliverables (e.g., monitoring memos, desk studies, ground investigation reports)
Undertake and review design/assessment calculations (e.g., piling, soil nailing, shallow foundations, earthworks)
Review/check CDM documentation and support compliance
Support day-to-day project management and delivery
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Mentor and develop junior engineers through coaching and technical training
What we're looking for:
A genuine interest in work that delivers visible benefits to local communities
Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification/experience)
Chartered Engineer (or working at a level equivalent, via a relevant professional institution)
Experience delivering Designer duties under CDM Regulations
Proven ability to work with clients to understand needs and deliver pragmatic, value-driven solutions
Confident communicator, able to influence and keep stakeholders informed
What's in it for you
Work-life balance & flexibility:
Hybrid working (typically up to two days per week from home)
Part-time and flexible working options
Option to purchase additional leave and flexibility around bank holidays
Inclusivity & belonging:
A welcoming culture that values different perspectives and supports people to bring their authentic selves to work
Employee networks and initiatives focused on inclusion and allyship
Health & wellbeing:
Wellbeing support programme
Virtual GP access
Reasonable workplace adjustments
Benefits platform including gym membership discounts and additional wellbeing support
Your development:
Ongoing training, mentoring and support towards continued professional development and chartership where relevant