Geotechnical Project Manager

Overview

Geotechnical Project Manager – London Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Project Manager to join a well‑established site investigation and ground engineering consultancy, delivering a wide range of commercial and infrastructure projects across London and the surrounding areas.

• Take full ownership of projects from tender through to completion, managing multiple schemes simultaneously.
• Oversee technical delivery, commercial performance, and client relationships, whilst leading site teams and junior engineers.
• Coordinate ground investigations and prepare/ review risk assessments and method statements.
• Ensure health and safety compliance throughout site works.
• Provide technical oversight of soil and rock logging, groundwater and gas monitoring programmes, contamination sampling strategies, and the production and review of factual and interpretative reports.
• Liaise closely with clients, drilling contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Apply commercial awareness – cost control, programme management, tendering and business development contributions.

• 5-10 years’ experience within geotechnical engineering/ground investigation.
• Strong project management and client‑facing experience.
• Experience managing site investigations and reviewing technical reports.
• Degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Live within a commutable distance of Central London.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Competitive salary.
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Overtime and site allowances.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Clear training and progression pathway.

If you are interested in applying for the position of Geotechnical Project Manager in London, please contact Ruby Evans at Penguin Recruitment.