Geotechnical Engineer

Job description

Small Glasgow-based consultancy looking for a Geotechnical Engineer with around 1 year of experience. The role will involve a mix of Phase 1 & Phase 2 site investigations, reporting, and hands-on site work.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking Phase 1 Preliminary Risk Assessments (PRAs) including desk studies and site walkovers
• Planning and supervising Phase 2 Ground Investigations
• Logging soils and rock to BS5930 standards
• Coordinating and supervising trial pits, boreholes, and in-situ testing
• Liaising with subcontract drillers and laboratory teams
• Factual and interpretative report writing
• Basic geotechnical design input (foundations, earthworks, etc.)
• Client and contractor communication

Requirements

• 1+ year experience in a geotechnical or geo-environmental role
• Experience delivering Phase 1 and Phase 2 investigations
• Strong soil logging and site supervision experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Civil Engineering
• Good report writing skills

Desirable

• Experience working in Scotland
• Working knowledge of Eurocodes
• Ambition to progress toward chartership (ICE or Geological Society)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English