Senior Engineer - Ground Investigation

Location: Hamilton / On-siteHours: 45 hours per week

We are supporting a leading geotechnical and ground investigation business in the appointment of a Senior Engineer. This role involves leading ground investigation projects, providing technical expertise, and supporting the development of junior engineers.

The Role

• Lead and manage ground investigation projects from start to completion.
• Provide technical guidance, training and mentorship to engineering staff.
• Ensure quality assurance across all site works, data collection and reporting.
• Support Health & Safety documentation including risk assessments and method statements.
• Collect and interpret geological and geotechnical data.
• Produce factual, GIR and interpretative reports to high standards.
• Assist with project scheduling, tender preparation and client communication.

About You

Knowledge:

• Ground investigation techniques, soil mechanics, geology.
• Industry specifications, standards and contract documents (ICC GI, NEC3/4).
• CDM 2015 Regulations.

Skills:

• Strong communication, organisation and leadership abilities.
• Confident decision-maker with excellent client management skills.
• High attention to quality and accuracy in reporting.

Experience:

• Background in the ground investigation industry.
• Experience running projects and managing stakeholders.
• Strong report writing skills (factual, GIR, interpretative).

Qualifications:

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline.

Salary & Benefits

• c. £45,000 depending on experience
• 45 hours per week
• 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays)
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay