Geotechnical Engineer (Civils / Infrastructure)

  • Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
  • Exeter, Devon
  • Apr 27, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer (Civils / Infrastructure) £40,000- £50,000 + Bonus + Hybrid + 31 Days Holiday Exeter

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer or similar with experience in ground investigation, looking to join a long-established specialist consultancy that delivers high-quality site investigation services across the UK?

On offer is the opportunity to join a company established in 1983 that specialises in the engineering and environmental interaction between earth materials and the built environment. The business works with soil, rock, groundwater and other man-made materials to understand site-specific engineering behaviour and reduce risk at pre-construction stage through investigation, testing, monitoring, reporting and evaluation.

In this role, you will be assigned to projects by the Regional Operations or Projects Manager at the point of award. You will take responsibility for client liaison and ensure projects are properly planned, with key deliverables met. You will produce SHEQ documentation, fieldwork programmes, testing schedules, and final reports, ensuring both technical standards and commercial objectives are achieved.

This role would suit an Geotechnical Engineer or similar with a background in ground investigation, project management, and team leadership, who is confident delivering technical work, managing clients, and overseeing multiple projects at different stages.

The Role:

  • Manage ground investigation projects from award through to completion
  • Act as main client contact and ensure technical and commercial objectives are met
  • Produce SHEQ documentation, fieldwork programmes, testing schedules and reports
  • Manage multiple projects while supporting and mentoring junior team members

The Person:

  • Degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or similar
  • Experience in project management, team leadership, and Report writing
  • Commutable to Exeter