Senior Geologist

Overview

A growing, specialist engineering and site-intelligence consultancy delivering technical ground solutions for complex UK infrastructure.

Our client is a specialist, forward-thinking engineering and site-intelligence consultancy that supports the delivery of complex critical infrastructure across the UK. Working at the interface between ground conditions and design, they provide high-quality technical insight, practical solutions and data-driven decision making to help clients reduce risk and deliver successful projects. The business is growing organically, known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture and multidisciplinary approach, working closely with engineering, environmental and surveying teams on a wide range of challenging schemes.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Geologist to join a growing, multidisciplinary engineering and consultancy team delivering projects across critical infrastructure sectors including rail, utilities, nuclear, data centres and transport. In this role, you will play a key part in leading geological input on a range of complex projects, providing expert interpretation of ground conditions and supporting design, risk assessment and decision-making across multidisciplinary teams.

• Lead the planning, execution and interpretation of site investigations, including boreholes, trial pits and subsurface data collection.
• Analyse geological, geotechnical and environmental datasets to develop robust ground models and assessments.
• Provide geological input to feasibility studies, risk assessments, foundation design and ground condition reports.
• Produce high-quality technical outputs including logs, maps, figures and reports for clients and project teams.
• Work closely with civil, structural, MEP and survey teams to integrate geological understanding into project delivery.
• Mentor and support junior geologists and graduates, contributing to their technical development.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, health and safety requirements and best practice.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders on geological matters and recommendations.

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Geology, Applied Geoscience, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.
• Typically 5-10+ years  experience in geological site investigation and interpretation within infrastructure or engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of UK geology, ground conditions and subsurface processes.
• Experience in geological logging, mapping and interpretation; familiarity with GIS or ground modelling tools is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong technical report writing ability.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible and hybrid working options (role dependent)
• Private medical insurance or healthcare options
• Life assurance / death in service benefit
• Paid professional membership fees (e.g., Geological Society, ICE, CIWEM)
• Support towards Chartership and professional development
• Structured training and career development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Opportunities to work on high-profile infrastructure projects
• Collaborative and inclusive working culture