Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Nottingham (with travel to sites across the UK) Contract: Full Time, Permanent
About Bridgeway Site & Ground Investigation
Bridgeway's Site & Ground Investigation team delivers high quality geotechnical, ground and structural investigation services across the UK's infrastructure sector. Our expertise supports major rail, highways and civil engineering projects, providing clients with the information they need to make safe, informed and sustainable decisions.
Working in some of the UK's most challenging environments, particularly within the rail industry, we combine technical excellence with a commitment to safety, innovation and exceptional client service. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for experienced professionals who can help drive project delivery, mentor teams and contribute to the continued success of our investigation services.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Site & Ground Investigation team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established geotechnical professional who is ready to take on greater responsibility across project delivery, client liaison and technical leadership. You'll play a key role in delivering ground investigation projects, supporting graduate engineers and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards.
Working closely with Project Managers, operational teams and clients, you'll help deliver a varied portfolio of projects across rail and wider infrastructure sectors.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting project delivery to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with agreed scopes and programmes
- Providing technical leadership and guidance to engineers, technicians and site teams
- Undertaking both field and office based work
- Producing, reviewing and approving technical reports and investigation documentation
- Managing client relationships throughout project delivery
- Monitoring project performance and providing progress updates to Project Managers and senior leadership
- Supporting the development and mentoring of junior engineers and graduates
- Undertaking safety critical duties where trained and competent
- Promoting Bridgeway's commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
- Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- Significant experience within ground investigation, geotechnical engineering or infrastructure sectors
- Strong understanding of geotechnical investigation techniques, reporting and project delivery
- Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating resources effectively
- Excellent client facing and communication skills
- Ability to lead, mentor and develop engineering teams
- Commercial awareness and understanding of project performance and cost management
- Experience working within rail environments would be advantageous
- IOSH Working Safely, IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent health and safety qualification desirable
- Relevant rail competencies or willingness to obtain them
- Full UK driving licence
- Flexible approach to working patterns, including occasional nights, weekends and working away as required
What You'll Get in Return
At Bridgeway, we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. We provide an environment where individuals are trusted to take ownership, develop their skills and build long term careers.
You can expect:
- The opportunity to work on major rail and infrastructure projects across the UK
- A varied role combining technical delivery, leadership and client engagement
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Support towards professional accreditation and career progression
- A collaborative culture built on trust, accountability and teamwork
- The opportunity to mentor and develop the next generation of engineers
- Clear progression pathways within a growing and ambitious business
- The chance to work for a company committed to delivering excellence safely, socially and sustainably
If you're an experienced geotechnical professional looking for a new challenge with a company that values expertise, innovation and delivery, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have the right to work in the UK?
- Do you have a Full UK Manual Driving Licence?
- Please confirm your salary expectations?
- Please confirm your location?
Work Location: In person
