The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Engineering Geologist or Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialist geotechnical team supporting the management, maintenance, and improvement of a major transportation infrastructure network across the South West.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior geotechnical professional to take a leading role in managing geotechnical assets, developing engineering solutions, and providing technical expertise across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects. You'll work alongside experienced engineering professionals, helping to identify and manage geotechnical risks while ensuring the long-term resilience and safety of critical infrastructure assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and specialist geotechnical expertise for infrastructure renewal and improvement schemes.
• Identify and assess geotechnical risks, developing practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Lead the prioritisation and management of geotechnical assets, including earthworks, slopes, embankments, cuttings, and associated infrastructure.
• Develop and implement asset management strategies that align with organisational objectives and industry standards.
• Commission and oversee site investigations, surveys, and technical studies.
• Review and approve technical reports, specifications, drawings, and engineering recommendations.
• Support the development and management of project and maintenance budgets.
• Drive innovation and best practice in asset management, data quality, and engineering performance.
• Mentor and support engineers within the wider team.

About You

We're looking for a highly experienced geotechnical professional with a strong background in infrastructure engineering and asset management.

You will ideally have:

• A degree (or higher qualification) in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional institution such as the Geological Society, ICE, or equivalent.
• Significant experience in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, or infrastructure asset management.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical design principles, risk management, and relevant industry standards.
• Experience managing earthworks, slopes, embankments, ground stability, and drainage-related geotechnical issues.
• Proven ability to make sound technical decisions and prioritise asset investment.
• Experience overseeing surveys, investigations, and multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
• Experience managing project or maintenance budgets.

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to influence the management of a large and complex infrastructure asset portfolio.
• Leadership role within a highly skilled engineering team.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Please note: A full UK driving licence is required, with no more than 3 penalty points, as travel to site locations forms part of the role.