We're looking for a Principal Engineer to join our Design team based in Birmingham. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's 11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams. And we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. We offer market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. And we actively promote, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Birmingham Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for? As a Principal Engineer, you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Agreeing technical requirements of the client remit, ensuring it is fully understood, questioning and challenging where necessary, leading the development of fee proposals for review in accordance with delegated authority policy, organising and leading the day-to-day workload of engineers and technical staff within the design team, ensuring technical compliance of the design to the remit, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and company policies / procedures, including CDM Regulations, the Kier SHE Management System (SHEMS) and design Quality Management System (QMS) Overseeing and contributing to the production of design deliverables, including calculations, drawings, reports and design risk assessments, identifying and assessing technical opportunities for value engineering, implementing them with suitable approval, developing and building a positive relationship with the client / design / site teams supporting fulfilment of contractual obligations and meeting or exceeding Kier Design and Kier customer expectations, being the lead representative at project and progress meetings with clients, as required, from remit development through to lessons learned, managing the financial and commercial aspects of the project with the support of Engineering Manager and Commercial Manager, monitoring progress against, and ensuring the project is delivered to, agreed programme and budget Provide leadership to direct and indirect reports, supporting Engineering Manager and Head of Construction Engineering, implementing and complying with Kier policies and procedures for functional governance, conducting staff inductions and performance reviews for direct reports, managing team workload, maximising personal utilisation and project efficiency, ensuring the timely completion and submission of timesheets, reviewing timesheets and approving time off for direct reports, recognising, promoting, encouraging, implementing and contributing to best practice within Kier Design, developing a culture of excellence, acting as an ambassador for Kier Design at all times and ensuring that Kier Design is the consultant of first choice and embodies the values of Kier Understanding the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, recognising the need for sustainable development, staying abreast of design developments in health & safety, innovation, sustainability, diversity and implementing them as appropriate, maintaining own continuing professional development, improving skills in management and / or a design / technical / professional specialism, maintaining membership of a professional body and contributing to forums and industry best practice groups, taking responsibility for developing own digital competency, as described in the Kier Design Digital Competency Framework., identifying current level and actively seeking to reach the next level, encouraging and assisting in the development of all staff within Kier Design, Maintaining relationships with peers ensuring the transfer of knowledge / skills, promoting the engineering profession, and taking on a supervisory Civil Engineer or equivalent role, developing and reviewing engineering methods and software, including design or assessment spreadsheets and / or calculation templates for use within Kier Design with a view to increasing overall quality and efficiency, marketing all Kier Design competencies to generate new/repeat business whenever possible What are we looking for? This role of Principal Engineer is great for you if: Chartered member of relevant professional institutions (e.g. CEng MICE) and practical industry relevant experience Working in a similar role with significant relevant experience at this level Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to join the
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a Principal Engineer to join our Design team based in Birmingham. Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment, providing construction-focused, innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kier's 11bn+ project pipeline, including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C, frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies, and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. Our 100-strong Construction Engineering capability brings together a team of talented civil, structural and geotechnical engineers from a range of backgrounds, combining complex analysis, spatial design and an eye for the practical to deliver buildable solutions on site. We specialise in reimagining permanent designs to make them more buildable, designing temporary works and traffic management solutions, advising on the procedural management of temporary works, construction materials, ground engineering and surveying. We believe in building teams around our people, rather than squeezing people into our teams. And we want to help you carve out a role in which you'll grow and thrive for many years to come. We offer market-leading development opportunities, supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers, enabling our people to become professionally qualified, providing management training and qualifications, and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our people's careers. And we actively promote, so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Within this role, you can enjoy competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy leave, a fantastic, matched pension scheme, a share in the success you help to create by investing in Kier through our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans and even more Location : Birmingham Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for? As a Principal Engineer, you'll be working within the Construction Engineering team, supporting Kier in contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, leading the delivery of some services, providing solutions which are safe and buildable. Your day to day will include: Agreeing technical requirements of the client remit, ensuring it is fully understood, questioning and challenging where necessary, leading the development of fee proposals for review in accordance with delegated authority policy, organising and leading the day-to-day workload of engineers and technical staff within the design team, ensuring technical compliance of the design to the remit, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and company policies / procedures, including CDM Regulations, the Kier SHE Management System (SHEMS) and design Quality Management System (QMS) Overseeing and contributing to the production of design deliverables, including calculations, drawings, reports and design risk assessments, identifying and assessing technical opportunities for value engineering, implementing them with suitable approval, developing and building a positive relationship with the client / design / site teams supporting fulfilment of contractual obligations and meeting or exceeding Kier Design and Kier customer expectations, being the lead representative at project and progress meetings with clients, as required, from remit development through to lessons learned, managing the financial and commercial aspects of the project with the support of Engineering Manager and Commercial Manager, monitoring progress against, and ensuring the project is delivered to, agreed programme and budget Provide leadership to direct and indirect reports, supporting Engineering Manager and Head of Construction Engineering, implementing and complying with Kier policies and procedures for functional governance, conducting staff inductions and performance reviews for direct reports, managing team workload, maximising personal utilisation and project efficiency, ensuring the timely completion and submission of timesheets, reviewing timesheets and approving time off for direct reports, recognising, promoting, encouraging, implementing and contributing to best practice within Kier Design, developing a culture of excellence, acting as an ambassador for Kier Design at all times and ensuring that Kier Design is the consultant of first choice and embodies the values of Kier Understanding the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, recognising the need for sustainable development, staying abreast of design developments in health & safety, innovation, sustainability, diversity and implementing them as appropriate, maintaining own continuing professional development, improving skills in management and / or a design / technical / professional specialism, maintaining membership of a professional body and contributing to forums and industry best practice groups, taking responsibility for developing own digital competency, as described in the Kier Design Digital Competency Framework., identifying current level and actively seeking to reach the next level, encouraging and assisting in the development of all staff within Kier Design, Maintaining relationships with peers ensuring the transfer of knowledge / skills, promoting the engineering profession, and taking on a supervisory Civil Engineer or equivalent role, developing and reviewing engineering methods and software, including design or assessment spreadsheets and / or calculation templates for use within Kier Design with a view to increasing overall quality and efficiency, marketing all Kier Design competencies to generate new/repeat business whenever possible What are we looking for? This role of Principal Engineer is great for you if: Chartered member of relevant professional institutions (e.g. CEng MICE) and practical industry relevant experience Working in a similar role with significant relevant experience at this level Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. We look forward to seeing your application to join the
Role Purpose We are looking to appoint a Director to help lead growth for our UK Ground Engineering and Environmental Compliance team and manage well established teams in England and Wales. This role combines a mix of duties including maximising financial performance, quality assurance, client satisfaction, and team leadership for an existing team function. Importantly the postholder will play a pivotal role in business development and innovation, guiding the business unit into new markets and service offerings. This is a great opportunity to join our business with an influential role. What can be achieved in this role The Director will be expected to deliver financial performance in line with the accountability centre Annual Business Plan, achieving revenue and profit margin targets while improving other key metrics set for growth and our people strategy. Success will also be measured by the growth and retention of key client accounts, the development of new business opportunities, recruitment and the launch of innovative and profitable service offerings. Strong leadership of the 15+ person team is essential to deliver for clients and provide development opportunities for our colleagues. Relevant facts & figures The Director leads a team of 15+ people, including up to 4 direct reports comprising Associates and Principal Consultants. The role works alongside five other directors supporting functions within the team as a whole. The Team provides geoenvironmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological, environmental permitting and coordination services across the UK and beyond. The role carries responsibility for overseeing the geoenvironmental function across several locations in England and Wales. The postholder is expected to spend over 50% of their time working on projects (i.e. billable work). CORE CAPABILITIES - Key Areas of Skill, Responsibility, & Competency As we strive to find the best fit for this position, we are seeking individuals with a minimum level of experience, skill, and competency. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as the 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. At Tetra Tech RPS we recruit using core capabilities. Core capabilities group together the key areas of skills, responsibilities, and experience required to successfully perform a specific job role. Using core capabilities helps to define the essential attributes that the candidate needs to perform effectively in the position The Core Capabilities are weighted to reflect the relative importance in the role. They are an approximate representation of how the % of each core capability and how it much it represents of the overall responsibilities of the position. The Minimum Required Expertise Level which shows the benchmark level of skill & experience we would ideally like someone to have in this area, ranging from Level 1 basic skills &/or limited practical experience, to Level 4 outstanding skills & comprehensive practical experience. Financial Management Reporting to the Operational Director, the Director will hold accountability for the financial performance of their team's delivery against project revenue and profit targets. This includes close oversight of project-level financials, proactive resolution of issues, and continuous monitoring of key metrics such as profitability, cashflow and utilisation. A strong grasp of financial data and performance indicators is essential, as the postholder will play an active role in shaping and delivering on our Business Plan objectives. Leadership & Management Lead a 15 person geo environmental team across offices in England and Wales. This includes overseeing team structure, performance management, and professional development to ensure the team operates effectively and delivers high-quality outcomes. While technical expertise in necessary, there is an emphasis on fostering a collaborative and accountable culture that supports continuous improvement. The postholder is expected to support development of a resilient team, to actively develop talent, and develop opportunities for growth. Client Relationship Management Expect to be responsible for the strategic oversight of existing key client accounts and to secure new key clients, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality services across multi-disciplinary projects. This involves coordinating multi - disciplinary teams to meet complex client requirements and maintaining strong, long-term relationships built on trust and responsiveness. Acting as a senior point of contact and advisor to ensure client satisfaction and providing structured feedback to the Operational Director and Senior Business Support Director. Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards This includes ensuring full compliance with both internal quality assurance processes and external regulatory standards. Expected to champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the team. They will oversee audit readiness, oversee corrective action implementation, and ensure that quality remains a central pillar for delivery and client satisfaction. Business Development Play a pivotal role in driving business growth by identifying new clients and markets and developing service offerings that respond to emerging client needs. This includes leading innovation initiatives and ensuring we remain agile and responsive to industry changes. The role will include leading, supporting and establishing and building relationships with new clients. Expected to foster a culture of proactive market engagement, encouraging the team to seek out opportunities and build strategic partnerships. Collaborating with the wider company to help cross sell Tetra Tech's services will be an important part of the role. Success in this area will be measured by the ability to expand the client base, increase revenue streams, and position the team as a key service provided in the business. BENEFICIAL Training, Qualifications, or Equivalent Work Experience Strong geo-environmental and geotechnical engineering experience. Relevant chartership, IOSH or leadership qualifications helpful but not essential. RPS Tetra Tech is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment across all areas of our organisation. We recognise that a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives contributes to a more dynamic, innovative, and supportive workplace where every individual is empowered to share their ideas and contribute meaningfully. We are dedicated to building a culture of respect and equity, where people are valued regardless of their ethnicity, gender identity, age, belief system, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic. In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role. Flexible and part-time working options are available in this role, with working patterns agreed collaboratively between employees and line managers to support individual wellbeing and optimal performance. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Role Purpose We are looking to appoint a Director to help lead growth for our UK Ground Engineering and Environmental Compliance team and manage well established teams in England and Wales. This role combines a mix of duties including maximising financial performance, quality assurance, client satisfaction, and team leadership for an existing team function. Importantly the postholder will play a pivotal role in business development and innovation, guiding the business unit into new markets and service offerings. This is a great opportunity to join our business with an influential role. What can be achieved in this role The Director will be expected to deliver financial performance in line with the accountability centre Annual Business Plan, achieving revenue and profit margin targets while improving other key metrics set for growth and our people strategy. Success will also be measured by the growth and retention of key client accounts, the development of new business opportunities, recruitment and the launch of innovative and profitable service offerings. Strong leadership of the 15+ person team is essential to deliver for clients and provide development opportunities for our colleagues. Relevant facts & figures The Director leads a team of 15+ people, including up to 4 direct reports comprising Associates and Principal Consultants. The role works alongside five other directors supporting functions within the team as a whole. The Team provides geoenvironmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological, environmental permitting and coordination services across the UK and beyond. The role carries responsibility for overseeing the geoenvironmental function across several locations in England and Wales. The postholder is expected to spend over 50% of their time working on projects (i.e. billable work). CORE CAPABILITIES - Key Areas of Skill, Responsibility, & Competency As we strive to find the best fit for this position, we are seeking individuals with a minimum level of experience, skill, and competency. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as the 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. At Tetra Tech RPS we recruit using core capabilities. Core capabilities group together the key areas of skills, responsibilities, and experience required to successfully perform a specific job role. Using core capabilities helps to define the essential attributes that the candidate needs to perform effectively in the position The Core Capabilities are weighted to reflect the relative importance in the role. They are an approximate representation of how the % of each core capability and how it much it represents of the overall responsibilities of the position. The Minimum Required Expertise Level which shows the benchmark level of skill & experience we would ideally like someone to have in this area, ranging from Level 1 basic skills &/or limited practical experience, to Level 4 outstanding skills & comprehensive practical experience. Financial Management Reporting to the Operational Director, the Director will hold accountability for the financial performance of their team's delivery against project revenue and profit targets. This includes close oversight of project-level financials, proactive resolution of issues, and continuous monitoring of key metrics such as profitability, cashflow and utilisation. A strong grasp of financial data and performance indicators is essential, as the postholder will play an active role in shaping and delivering on our Business Plan objectives. Leadership & Management Lead a 15 person geo environmental team across offices in England and Wales. This includes overseeing team structure, performance management, and professional development to ensure the team operates effectively and delivers high-quality outcomes. While technical expertise in necessary, there is an emphasis on fostering a collaborative and accountable culture that supports continuous improvement. The postholder is expected to support development of a resilient team, to actively develop talent, and develop opportunities for growth. Client Relationship Management Expect to be responsible for the strategic oversight of existing key client accounts and to secure new key clients, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality services across multi-disciplinary projects. This involves coordinating multi - disciplinary teams to meet complex client requirements and maintaining strong, long-term relationships built on trust and responsiveness. Acting as a senior point of contact and advisor to ensure client satisfaction and providing structured feedback to the Operational Director and Senior Business Support Director. Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards This includes ensuring full compliance with both internal quality assurance processes and external regulatory standards. Expected to champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the team. They will oversee audit readiness, oversee corrective action implementation, and ensure that quality remains a central pillar for delivery and client satisfaction. Business Development Play a pivotal role in driving business growth by identifying new clients and markets and developing service offerings that respond to emerging client needs. This includes leading innovation initiatives and ensuring we remain agile and responsive to industry changes. The role will include leading, supporting and establishing and building relationships with new clients. Expected to foster a culture of proactive market engagement, encouraging the team to seek out opportunities and build strategic partnerships. Collaborating with the wider company to help cross sell Tetra Tech's services will be an important part of the role. Success in this area will be measured by the ability to expand the client base, increase revenue streams, and position the team as a key service provided in the business. BENEFICIAL Training, Qualifications, or Equivalent Work Experience Strong geo-environmental and geotechnical engineering experience. Relevant chartership, IOSH or leadership qualifications helpful but not essential. RPS Tetra Tech is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment across all areas of our organisation. We recognise that a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives contributes to a more dynamic, innovative, and supportive workplace where every individual is empowered to share their ideas and contribute meaningfully. We are dedicated to building a culture of respect and equity, where people are valued regardless of their ethnicity, gender identity, age, belief system, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic. In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role. Flexible and part-time working options are available in this role, with working patterns agreed collaboratively between employees and line managers to support individual wellbeing and optimal performance. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior / Principal Structural Engineer - Bristol I am working with a long-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with a history stretching back more than a century. The business has grown from its civil and structural roots into a wide-ranging consultancy covering infrastructure, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, planning and water services, while maintaining structural engineering as a core strength. The structural team is highly regarded for delivering innovative, elegant and sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Their work spans everything from small domestic refurbishments through to large-scale mixed-use and infrastructure developments worth hundreds of millions of pounds. Recent projects have included landmark commercial schemes, regeneration sites, new university facilities, major residential developments and high-profile offices and headquarters. As Senior or Principal Structural Engineer, you will take the lead on a variety of projects across commercial, residential and retail sectors. You will be responsible for guiding junior engineers, reviewing technical work, and ensuring the quality and consistency of outputs. Alongside this, you will play a hands-on role with inspections, assessments and design work across steel, concrete, masonry and timber, and work closely with architects and other consultants to deliver coordinated solutions. To be considered, you should hold a degree in Structural Engineering, be chartered with either ICE or IStructE, and have at least ten years of experience working in a UK design consultancy. Strong technical knowledge of Eurocodes, proven ability with structural software such as Tekla Structural Designer and Fastrak Building Designer, and excellent communication and report writing skills are essential. A full UK driving licence is also required. In return, the consultancy offers a competitive salary based on experience together with a comprehensive benefits package, including 33 days' annual leave (including public holidays), pension scheme, childcare vouchers, cashback health plan, cycle to work scheme, loyalty and professional qualification bonuses, and fully paid professional subscriptions. Most importantly, you will join a collaborative and supportive team that values technical excellence, innovation and career progression. If you are a Senior or Principal Structural Engineer seeking a fresh challenge in Bristol, I would be pleased to share more details with you. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Dec 03, 2025
Full time
Senior / Principal Structural Engineer - Bristol I am working with a long-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with a history stretching back more than a century. The business has grown from its civil and structural roots into a wide-ranging consultancy covering infrastructure, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, planning and water services, while maintaining structural engineering as a core strength. The structural team is highly regarded for delivering innovative, elegant and sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Their work spans everything from small domestic refurbishments through to large-scale mixed-use and infrastructure developments worth hundreds of millions of pounds. Recent projects have included landmark commercial schemes, regeneration sites, new university facilities, major residential developments and high-profile offices and headquarters. As Senior or Principal Structural Engineer, you will take the lead on a variety of projects across commercial, residential and retail sectors. You will be responsible for guiding junior engineers, reviewing technical work, and ensuring the quality and consistency of outputs. Alongside this, you will play a hands-on role with inspections, assessments and design work across steel, concrete, masonry and timber, and work closely with architects and other consultants to deliver coordinated solutions. To be considered, you should hold a degree in Structural Engineering, be chartered with either ICE or IStructE, and have at least ten years of experience working in a UK design consultancy. Strong technical knowledge of Eurocodes, proven ability with structural software such as Tekla Structural Designer and Fastrak Building Designer, and excellent communication and report writing skills are essential. A full UK driving licence is also required. In return, the consultancy offers a competitive salary based on experience together with a comprehensive benefits package, including 33 days' annual leave (including public holidays), pension scheme, childcare vouchers, cashback health plan, cycle to work scheme, loyalty and professional qualification bonuses, and fully paid professional subscriptions. Most importantly, you will join a collaborative and supportive team that values technical excellence, innovation and career progression. If you are a Senior or Principal Structural Engineer seeking a fresh challenge in Bristol, I would be pleased to share more details with you. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Position: Principal Geologist Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 (depending on experience) Location: Leeds One of Britain's largest multi-disciplinary engineering companies are looking for a Principal Geologist to run the Leeds team of talented geotechnical and geo-environmental engineers to work on a mixture of slope stability, retaining walls, rail and infrastructure projects. This principal geologist position offers: Fantastic salary 55,000 - 65,000 Generous pension Package Excellent working conditions The chance to build and manage a team Career Progression Flexible Benefits Leeds office Annual Bonus As a principal geologist, you will be joining an established geotechnical set up within a future thinking company who are focused on high working standards, innovative and challenging projects. This company is expanding and this is an exciting time to bring your skills and experience to this principal geotechnical engineer position. We are looking for a Leeds based, Principal Geologist / geotechnical engineer who has or is close to chartership, if this is you and you are looking for a new opportunity to showcase your skills, please get in touch! Interested in this or other geoenvironmental/geotechnical roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitement. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Position: Principal Geologist Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 (depending on experience) Location: Leeds One of Britain's largest multi-disciplinary engineering companies are looking for a Principal Geologist to run the Leeds team of talented geotechnical and geo-environmental engineers to work on a mixture of slope stability, retaining walls, rail and infrastructure projects. This principal geologist position offers: Fantastic salary 55,000 - 65,000 Generous pension Package Excellent working conditions The chance to build and manage a team Career Progression Flexible Benefits Leeds office Annual Bonus As a principal geologist, you will be joining an established geotechnical set up within a future thinking company who are focused on high working standards, innovative and challenging projects. This company is expanding and this is an exciting time to bring your skills and experience to this principal geotechnical engineer position. We are looking for a Leeds based, Principal Geologist / geotechnical engineer who has or is close to chartership, if this is you and you are looking for a new opportunity to showcase your skills, please get in touch! Interested in this or other geoenvironmental/geotechnical roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitement. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Principal Geologist Birmingham £55,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Are you a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer looking for the chance to step up to Principal Engineer level? This is your opportunity to join a fantastic, ambitious award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy to work on multi-million pound rail and infrastructure projects, whilst furthering your career. As a principal geologist, you will become part of an award winning geotechnical team in a company who will you support you on your journey to become director level.If you are a Birmingham based principal geologist with extensive UK geotechnical / geo-environmental experience, with the drive to take your career to the next step, have the right to work in the UK permanently, have a relevant UK degree and a full UK driving licence, we would love to hear from you! This principal geologist position offers: Award winning team Excellent salary (£55,000 - 65,000) Hybrid working policy Generous company pension contribution Private Healthcare Employee wellness program Life assurance and long-term illness protection Technically challenging projects Choice of offices Birmingham / Nottingham / Leeds / ManchesterIf you are a Chartered principal geologist, who is looking for a new challenge, with the ambition to work on some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the geotechnical industry and you meet the criteria, please get in touch now! Interested in this or other geotechnical/geo-environmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitment We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Principal Geologist Birmingham £55,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Are you a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer looking for the chance to step up to Principal Engineer level? This is your opportunity to join a fantastic, ambitious award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy to work on multi-million pound rail and infrastructure projects, whilst furthering your career. As a principal geologist, you will become part of an award winning geotechnical team in a company who will you support you on your journey to become director level.If you are a Birmingham based principal geologist with extensive UK geotechnical / geo-environmental experience, with the drive to take your career to the next step, have the right to work in the UK permanently, have a relevant UK degree and a full UK driving licence, we would love to hear from you! This principal geologist position offers: Award winning team Excellent salary (£55,000 - 65,000) Hybrid working policy Generous company pension contribution Private Healthcare Employee wellness program Life assurance and long-term illness protection Technically challenging projects Choice of offices Birmingham / Nottingham / Leeds / ManchesterIf you are a Chartered principal geologist, who is looking for a new challenge, with the ambition to work on some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the geotechnical industry and you meet the criteria, please get in touch now! Interested in this or other geotechnical/geo-environmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitment We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Position: Principal Geologist Salary: £55,000 - 65,000 (depending on experience) Location: Leeds One of Britain's largest multi-disciplinary engineering companies are looking for a Principal Geologist to run the Leeds team of talented geotechnical and geo-environmental engineers to work on a mixture of slope stability, retaining walls, rail and infrastructure projects. This principal geologist position offers: Fantastic salary £55,000 - 65,000 Generous pension Package Excellent working conditions The chance to build and manage a team Career Progression Flexible Benefits Leeds office Annual Bonus As a principal geologist, you will be joining an established geotechnical set up within a future thinking company who are focused on high working standards, innovative and challenging projects. This company is expanding and this is an exciting time to bring your skills and experience to this principal geotechnical engineer position.We are looking for a Leeds based, Principal Geologist / geotechnical engineer who has or is close to chartership, if this is you and you are looking for a new opportunity to showcase your skills, please get in touch! Interested in this or other geoenvironmental/geotechnical roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitement. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Position: Principal Geologist Salary: £55,000 - 65,000 (depending on experience) Location: Leeds One of Britain's largest multi-disciplinary engineering companies are looking for a Principal Geologist to run the Leeds team of talented geotechnical and geo-environmental engineers to work on a mixture of slope stability, retaining walls, rail and infrastructure projects. This principal geologist position offers: Fantastic salary £55,000 - 65,000 Generous pension Package Excellent working conditions The chance to build and manage a team Career Progression Flexible Benefits Leeds office Annual Bonus As a principal geologist, you will be joining an established geotechnical set up within a future thinking company who are focused on high working standards, innovative and challenging projects. This company is expanding and this is an exciting time to bring your skills and experience to this principal geotechnical engineer position.We are looking for a Leeds based, Principal Geologist / geotechnical engineer who has or is close to chartership, if this is you and you are looking for a new opportunity to showcase your skills, please get in touch! Interested in this or other geoenvironmental/geotechnical roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitement. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Principal Geologist Birmingham 55,000 - 65,000 (depending on experience) Are you a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer looking for the chance to step up to Principal Engineer level? This is your opportunity to join a fantastic, ambitious award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy to work on multi-million pound rail and infrastructure projects, whilst furthering your career. As a principal geologist, you will become part of an award winning geotechnical team in a company who will you support you on your journey to become director level. If you are a Birmingham based principal geologist with extensive UK geotechnical / geo-environmental experience, with the drive to take your career to the next step, have the right to work in the UK permanently, have a relevant UK degree and a full UK driving licence, we would love to hear from you! This principal geologist position offers: Award winning team Excellent salary ( 55,000 - 65,000) Hybrid working policy Generous company pension contribution Private Healthcare Employee wellness program Life assurance and long-term illness protection Technically challenging projects Choice of offices Birmingham / Nottingham / Leeds / Manchester If you are a Chartered principal geologist, who is looking for a new challenge, with the ambition to work on some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the geotechnical industry and you meet the criteria, please get in touch now! Interested in this or other geotechnical/geo-environmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitment We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Principal Geologist Birmingham 55,000 - 65,000 (depending on experience) Are you a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer looking for the chance to step up to Principal Engineer level? This is your opportunity to join a fantastic, ambitious award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy to work on multi-million pound rail and infrastructure projects, whilst furthering your career. As a principal geologist, you will become part of an award winning geotechnical team in a company who will you support you on your journey to become director level. If you are a Birmingham based principal geologist with extensive UK geotechnical / geo-environmental experience, with the drive to take your career to the next step, have the right to work in the UK permanently, have a relevant UK degree and a full UK driving licence, we would love to hear from you! This principal geologist position offers: Award winning team Excellent salary ( 55,000 - 65,000) Hybrid working policy Generous company pension contribution Private Healthcare Employee wellness program Life assurance and long-term illness protection Technically challenging projects Choice of offices Birmingham / Nottingham / Leeds / Manchester If you are a Chartered principal geologist, who is looking for a new challenge, with the ambition to work on some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the geotechnical industry and you meet the criteria, please get in touch now! Interested in this or other geotechnical/geo-environmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitment We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
NEW OPPORTUNITIES Senior and a Principal Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologists in Newcastle Our client is one of the largest multi-disciplinary partnerships in the UK providing engineering and design consultancy services with innovative, cost-effective and sustainable solutions for challenging environments. Due to a healthy forward workload, they are looking to recruit both a Senior and a Principal Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologists in the Newcastle office. The successful candidate will hold a key and permanent position in the team and help manage the geotechnical workload. They will also be responsible for continued development of more junior staff and the client base. RESPONSIBILITIES: Practical and dedicated Geotechnical Engineers / Engineering Geologists are required to assist in managing a growing geotechnical and environmental team comprising of engineering geologists, and geo-environmental andgeotechnical engineers. The successful candidate should have strong project management experience, be able to lead technical project teams, have robust technical abilities and a strong sense of customer service. Applicants should also have experience and be willing to contribute to business development. The candidate would preferably have experience in a range of sectors, including infrastructure, industrial, residential, commercial and leisure developments, providing robust, technically sound and cost effective solutions to Clients throughout. The successful candidate would be expected to have the following abilities and performance expectations: Experience in undertaking, scoping and reviewing Preliminary Risk Assessments and Intrusive Ground investigations including an understanding of currently available ground investigation, sampling and laboratory analysis techniques; A basic understanding of contaminated land legislation and the planning regime, with the support of geo-environmental specialist staff; Interpretative report writing and reviewing including a comprehensive understanding of ground models, geotechnical engineering properties and soil behaviours; Prepare, review and/or authorise competent Ground Investigation Reports and Geotechnical Design Reports; A thorough understanding in the assessment and detailed design of: Slope stability; Foundations (shallow and deep); Earthworks Specification Reinforced Earthworks Retaining Structures; Soil & Rock engineering; Ground improvement; Ground movement and settlement/subsidence; Mineral workings and natural cavities; Temporary works (e.g. crane bases, working platforms). Experience in considering construction techniques and constraints and value engineering appraisals; Ability to deliver projects and work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy, with awareness of structural, civil, transport, planning and landscape architecture capabilities in the wider firm; Ability to provide technically sound and commercially focussed proposals and reports based on a clear understanding of clients requirements; Experience in client facing roles, developing good working relationships with other professionals within wider project teams and an enthusiasm towards business development and marketing. Candidates would be expected to be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite. A good working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, RocScience (Slide, RocFall), Oasys (pDisp, Xdisp), gINT, PLAXIS and Wallap software is expected. WHAT THEY OFFER YOU The current permanent employment opportunity offers a competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package for permanent staff which includes training opportunities, reimbursement of professional fees, contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance, interest-free travel loan scheme, additional leave purchase and buy-back scheme, staff loyalty bonus
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
NEW OPPORTUNITIES Senior and a Principal Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologists in Newcastle Our client is one of the largest multi-disciplinary partnerships in the UK providing engineering and design consultancy services with innovative, cost-effective and sustainable solutions for challenging environments. Due to a healthy forward workload, they are looking to recruit both a Senior and a Principal Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologists in the Newcastle office. The successful candidate will hold a key and permanent position in the team and help manage the geotechnical workload. They will also be responsible for continued development of more junior staff and the client base. RESPONSIBILITIES: Practical and dedicated Geotechnical Engineers / Engineering Geologists are required to assist in managing a growing geotechnical and environmental team comprising of engineering geologists, and geo-environmental andgeotechnical engineers. The successful candidate should have strong project management experience, be able to lead technical project teams, have robust technical abilities and a strong sense of customer service. Applicants should also have experience and be willing to contribute to business development. The candidate would preferably have experience in a range of sectors, including infrastructure, industrial, residential, commercial and leisure developments, providing robust, technically sound and cost effective solutions to Clients throughout. The successful candidate would be expected to have the following abilities and performance expectations: Experience in undertaking, scoping and reviewing Preliminary Risk Assessments and Intrusive Ground investigations including an understanding of currently available ground investigation, sampling and laboratory analysis techniques; A basic understanding of contaminated land legislation and the planning regime, with the support of geo-environmental specialist staff; Interpretative report writing and reviewing including a comprehensive understanding of ground models, geotechnical engineering properties and soil behaviours; Prepare, review and/or authorise competent Ground Investigation Reports and Geotechnical Design Reports; A thorough understanding in the assessment and detailed design of: Slope stability; Foundations (shallow and deep); Earthworks Specification Reinforced Earthworks Retaining Structures; Soil & Rock engineering; Ground improvement; Ground movement and settlement/subsidence; Mineral workings and natural cavities; Temporary works (e.g. crane bases, working platforms). Experience in considering construction techniques and constraints and value engineering appraisals; Ability to deliver projects and work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy, with awareness of structural, civil, transport, planning and landscape architecture capabilities in the wider firm; Ability to provide technically sound and commercially focussed proposals and reports based on a clear understanding of clients requirements; Experience in client facing roles, developing good working relationships with other professionals within wider project teams and an enthusiasm towards business development and marketing. Candidates would be expected to be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite. A good working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, RocScience (Slide, RocFall), Oasys (pDisp, Xdisp), gINT, PLAXIS and Wallap software is expected. WHAT THEY OFFER YOU The current permanent employment opportunity offers a competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package for permanent staff which includes training opportunities, reimbursement of professional fees, contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance, interest-free travel loan scheme, additional leave purchase and buy-back scheme, staff loyalty bonus
Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer Reference: BY1913 Location: Leeds Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 This is a great opportunity for a Geo-Environmental Engineer looking for more responsibility, and the next step in their career. Your role will be primarily associated with geoenvironmental site investigation amongst an expanding team of specialists in leeds, carrying out both fieldwork and report writing. The Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer selected will be working on: - Proposals to be checked and approved by an Associate Director/Director - Cient liaison to ensure they are kept fully informed of progress in advance of issue of a final report - Project management of all types of site investigations. - Briefing and mentoring of junior staff for all relevant SI activities. - Production and review of drawing for reports & search requests. - Review data and write Desk Study/'front end' of SI report for all sites. - Organise and supervise GI activities on brownfield sites and intrusive mining investigations. Act as Lead Engineer on sites with staff. Therefore, to be considered for this Principal Geo-Environmental role you must have: - Extesive experience within ground investigation consultancy. - Proficiency with report writing and reviewing. - A full UK Driver's license is essential. - A full right to work in the UK. - Live commitable to the Leeds area. The Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer successful will be offered: - A top salary ( 40,000- 50,000) - Company benefits and pension scheme - Continued professional development - Hybrid work - Opportunities to train a team and project manage. If you are interested in this or other roles in Geo-Environmental/Geotechnical Engineering roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer Reference: BY1913 Location: Leeds Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 This is a great opportunity for a Geo-Environmental Engineer looking for more responsibility, and the next step in their career. Your role will be primarily associated with geoenvironmental site investigation amongst an expanding team of specialists in leeds, carrying out both fieldwork and report writing. The Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer selected will be working on: - Proposals to be checked and approved by an Associate Director/Director - Cient liaison to ensure they are kept fully informed of progress in advance of issue of a final report - Project management of all types of site investigations. - Briefing and mentoring of junior staff for all relevant SI activities. - Production and review of drawing for reports & search requests. - Review data and write Desk Study/'front end' of SI report for all sites. - Organise and supervise GI activities on brownfield sites and intrusive mining investigations. Act as Lead Engineer on sites with staff. Therefore, to be considered for this Principal Geo-Environmental role you must have: - Extesive experience within ground investigation consultancy. - Proficiency with report writing and reviewing. - A full UK Driver's license is essential. - A full right to work in the UK. - Live commitable to the Leeds area. The Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer successful will be offered: - A top salary ( 40,000- 50,000) - Company benefits and pension scheme - Continued professional development - Hybrid work - Opportunities to train a team and project manage. If you are interested in this or other roles in Geo-Environmental/Geotechnical Engineering roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
Job Title: Graduate Geologist Location: Harrogate Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 A new opportunity has opened for a Graduate Geologist in Harrogate. The successful Graduate Geologist will be working on a variety of different projects carrying out work on site and in the office. Projects will range from residential to large commercial and infrastructure. Are you looking for a role that offers a clear progression path? Are you looking to work in an established ground investigation consultancy with lots of exciting projects? Company benefits: Internal training opportunities Bonus scheme Healthy pension scheme Clear progression path Role and responsibilities: The role of the Graduate Geologist will involve the following: ground investigation design, phase 1 desk studies, interpretative report writing, conducting geotechnical risk assessments, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will have a mix of geo-environmental and geotechnical experience. Your role as Engineering Geologist will also give you the chance to help mentor and share your skill set with junior engineers, in addition to gaining experience from senior and principal engineers. If you are looking to work for a talented specialist geotechnical and environmental consultancy, we want to hear from you! If you meet the following criteria, please apply for the Graduate Geologist role. Essential Criteria: Hold a geology degree Experience within ground investigation Live within a commutable distance from the Harrogate office Hold a full UK driving licence If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Penguin Recruitment - Ruby Evans.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Graduate Geologist Location: Harrogate Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 A new opportunity has opened for a Graduate Geologist in Harrogate. The successful Graduate Geologist will be working on a variety of different projects carrying out work on site and in the office. Projects will range from residential to large commercial and infrastructure. Are you looking for a role that offers a clear progression path? Are you looking to work in an established ground investigation consultancy with lots of exciting projects? Company benefits: Internal training opportunities Bonus scheme Healthy pension scheme Clear progression path Role and responsibilities: The role of the Graduate Geologist will involve the following: ground investigation design, phase 1 desk studies, interpretative report writing, conducting geotechnical risk assessments, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will have a mix of geo-environmental and geotechnical experience. Your role as Engineering Geologist will also give you the chance to help mentor and share your skill set with junior engineers, in addition to gaining experience from senior and principal engineers. If you are looking to work for a talented specialist geotechnical and environmental consultancy, we want to hear from you! If you meet the following criteria, please apply for the Graduate Geologist role. Essential Criteria: Hold a geology degree Experience within ground investigation Live within a commutable distance from the Harrogate office Hold a full UK driving licence If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Penguin Recruitment - Ruby Evans.
Company Overview My client are currently experiencing strong growth with exciting opportunities and are looking for a flexible, practical engineer who can grow with the company to achieve the goals of the business in parallel with their personal ambitions. The position requires a BSc, BEng or MEng Engineer with previous experience in Geotechnical Engineering. Ideally the candidate would be someone who is keen to diversify and encompass the scope of their project remits which cover domestic and commercial structures, highways / rail, bridge and temporary works in both the public and private sectors. The candidate should be conversant with engineering software. You will be supported and supervised by the Directors and Principal Engineers within the office and work in close conjunction with the other offices. The ideal candidate should be proactive, dynamic and intuitive, happy to work on their own initiative as well as being a team player and interacting comfortably with the other staff members. The role will include but not be limited to: Design of geotechnical structures in the temporary and permanent case Design of civil and structural schemes and / or providing input into schemes designed by other disciplines Review and checks of other schemes prepared by others Carrying out inspections and surveys of geotechnical structures and preparing reports Undertaking feasibility / option studies Working with cognisance to project programmes Providing guidance and training to more junior staff members where applicable To be considered for this design role we require the following experience, qualifications, skills, knowledge and attributes; Relevant Engineering degree Previous experience Full UK driving licence and own transport would be useful but not imperative Eligible to live and work in the UK and high standard of written English Salary Remuneration will be commensurate with background and experience in line with the current industry rates. The package includes pension scheme, Health Insurance, 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays and cycle to work scheme.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Company Overview My client are currently experiencing strong growth with exciting opportunities and are looking for a flexible, practical engineer who can grow with the company to achieve the goals of the business in parallel with their personal ambitions. The position requires a BSc, BEng or MEng Engineer with previous experience in Geotechnical Engineering. Ideally the candidate would be someone who is keen to diversify and encompass the scope of their project remits which cover domestic and commercial structures, highways / rail, bridge and temporary works in both the public and private sectors. The candidate should be conversant with engineering software. You will be supported and supervised by the Directors and Principal Engineers within the office and work in close conjunction with the other offices. The ideal candidate should be proactive, dynamic and intuitive, happy to work on their own initiative as well as being a team player and interacting comfortably with the other staff members. The role will include but not be limited to: Design of geotechnical structures in the temporary and permanent case Design of civil and structural schemes and / or providing input into schemes designed by other disciplines Review and checks of other schemes prepared by others Carrying out inspections and surveys of geotechnical structures and preparing reports Undertaking feasibility / option studies Working with cognisance to project programmes Providing guidance and training to more junior staff members where applicable To be considered for this design role we require the following experience, qualifications, skills, knowledge and attributes; Relevant Engineering degree Previous experience Full UK driving licence and own transport would be useful but not imperative Eligible to live and work in the UK and high standard of written English Salary Remuneration will be commensurate with background and experience in line with the current industry rates. The package includes pension scheme, Health Insurance, 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays and cycle to work scheme.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement programme plans, including budget management and reporting Lead internal delivery teams and manage project execution from concept to completion Manage key relationships with stakeholders and delivery partners Provide senior-level oversight and input to project boards and governance structures Ensure accurate reporting on risk, progress, and financial performance Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across programmes Job Requirements: Experience in geotechnical project management or environmental consultancy Strong leadership and team management abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proficiency in planning and managing multi-million-pound budgets Understanding of project governance principles and best practices Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills Relevant qualifications in environmental science, engineering, or a related field Chartered membership of an appropriate professional body (desirable)
Sep 23, 2025
Contractor
Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement programme plans, including budget management and reporting Lead internal delivery teams and manage project execution from concept to completion Manage key relationships with stakeholders and delivery partners Provide senior-level oversight and input to project boards and governance structures Ensure accurate reporting on risk, progress, and financial performance Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across programmes Job Requirements: Experience in geotechnical project management or environmental consultancy Strong leadership and team management abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proficiency in planning and managing multi-million-pound budgets Understanding of project governance principles and best practices Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills Relevant qualifications in environmental science, engineering, or a related field Chartered membership of an appropriate professional body (desirable)
