Project Manager (Geotechnical Background)

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + Monthly Bonus incentive 

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional who has successfully progressed into project management and is looking to take ownership of complex rail infrastructure and ground investigation projects.

You will be responsible for managing multiple projects from inception through to completion, driving commercial performance, maintaining strong client relationships, and leading multidisciplinary teams. This role offers significant progression opportunities, exposure to large-scale projects exceeding £1m in value, and the opportunity to influence the continued growth of a successful infrastructure business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple rail infrastructure and ground investigation projects simultaneously.
• Take full responsibility for project delivery, programme management, and client satisfaction.
• Manage project budgets, costs, profitability, and commercial performance.
• Plan and allocate resources to ensure efficient project execution.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular performance reporting.
• Oversee health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance across all projects.
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and junior team members.
• Support business growth through identifying opportunities and maintaining excellent client service.

Essential Skills

• MEng, MSc, BEng, or BSc in Engineering Geology, Geology, Physical Geography, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience managing geotechnical, ground investigation, or rail infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of soil and rock logging, ground investigation techniques, and geotechnical data interpretation.
• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors and major infrastructure clients.
• Demonstrable commercial management and budget control experience.
• Strong leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results within demanding environments.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Additional Benefits

• Bonus and commission incentives.
• Clear career development pathway.
• Genuine opportunities for progression into larger and more complex projects.

Working Arrangements & Location

• Based from either the Nottingham or Croydon office.
• Regular travel to sites and client locations across the UK.
• Flexibility required for occasional weekend and night working.
• Weekend working paid at double time.

Assistant Project Manager (Geotechnical Background)

Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 + Monthly Bonus incentives 

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for an experienced geotechnical professional looking to transition from a predominantly site-based role into project management. Working within a growing project management team, you will manage smaller-scale geotechnical and ground investigation projects while receiving support and mentorship from senior project managers.

You will play a key role in coordinating field operations, managing resources, and ensuring project objectives are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. This position offers a clear pathway towards a full Project Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management and delivery of ground investigation and rail infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate field teams, subcontractors, plant, and specialist suppliers.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project performance against programme, budget, and quality requirements.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and operational teams throughout project lifecycles.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and commercial updates.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Mentor and coordinate geotechnical site teams.
• Support the Head of Project Management and senior project managers in delivering larger projects.

Essential Skills

• MEng, MSc, BEng, or BSc in Engineering Geology, Geology, Physical Geography, or a related discipline.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Previous experience within geotechnical engineering, ground investigation, or rail infrastructure projects.
• Experience supervising field investigations, site teams, or subcontractors.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Desire to develop a long-term career in project management.

Geotechnical Engineer

Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 + Bonus incentives 

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading rail infrastructure consultancies during a period of sustained growth and high demand. Working across rail, highways, and major infrastructure projects, you will gain exposure to a diverse range of ground investigation and geotechnical engineering activities.

You will work closely with experienced engineers and project teams, developing your technical expertise while contributing to the successful delivery of high-profile projects. The role offers clear career progression, ongoing training, and the opportunity to work on technically challenging and rewarding schemes throughout the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise ground investigation works across rail, highways, and civil engineering projects.
• Carry out soil and rock logging in accordance with relevant industry standards.
• Support site investigations, monitoring installations, and geotechnical testing activities.
• Record, manage, and interpret geotechnical data collected from site investigations.
• Prepare technical reports, factual ground investigation reports, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Support project delivery teams to achieve programme and client objectives.
• Participate in safety-critical rail activities where required.

Essential Skills

• MEng, MSc, BEng, or BSc in Engineering Geology, Geology, Physical Geography, or a related discipline.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Ability to pass Personal Track Safety (PTS) medical, drug and alcohol screening, and training requirements.
• Experience or understanding of ground investigations and site-based geotechnical activities.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Comfortable working outdoors and travelling to project sites nationwide.