Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Are you ready to take the next big step in your geotechnical career?
Our client, a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy with a strong forward workload, is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist to join their thriving Newcastle team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key role where you'll work on major infrastructure, industrial, residential, commercial, and leisure projects-while enjoying genuine career progression, autonomy, and the backing of a supportive, expert team.
You'll be joining a company with a reputation for technical excellence, a varied client base, and a culture that values its people. In return, they offer a flexible working environment, competitive salary, and a benefits package that supports your personal and professional growth.

Why This Role?
·Influence and impact - You'll take ownership of projects, shape technical delivery, and mentor junior colleagues.
·Variety - Work across multiple sectors on high-profile projects that challenge and inspire.
·Development - Ongoing training, professional support, and a clear path to Principal/Associate level.
·Culture - A collaborative, forward-thinking team where your ideas are valued.

What You'll Be Doing
·Lead and manage ground investigations from concept to completion.
·Deliver interpretative geotechnical and geo-environmental reports, providing clear, commercially focused advice to clients.
·Undertake geotechnical design including slope stability, foundations (shallow and deep), retaining structures, and earthworks specifications.
·Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers and geologists.
·Build strong relationships with clients, helping to expand the company's network and opportunities.
·Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across civil, structural, transport, and environmental engineering.
·Ensure projects are delivered to the highest technical and safety standards, on time and on budget.

What We're Looking For
·Degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, or related discipline (MSc desirable).
·Chartered or near-chartered status with a relevant professional body.
·Strong technical expertise in site investigation, geotechnical design, and interpretative reporting.
·Ability to lead projects and manage client relationships confidently.
·Good working knowledge of software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, RocScience, Oasys, gINT, PLAXIS, or Wallap.
·A collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills.

What's On Offer
·Competitive salary dependent on experience.
·Flexible benefits package including pension, healthcare plan, life insurance, professional fee reimbursement, and loyalty bonus.
·Opportunities to buy/sell holiday days to suit your lifestyle.
·Access to industry-leading projects and the latest design tools.
·A company that champions work-life balance and staff wellbeing.