We’re looking for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join us in our Birmingham city centre office on Edmund Street and play a key role in shaping and leading our local geotechnical presence. This is a genuine opportunity to take ownership, influence direction, and be part of a growing success story in the Midlands.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You’ll take on a leading position within our Birmingham team, acting as the focal point for geotechnical expertise locally while being supported by a wider Midlands team of 30+ geotechnical specialists and a national division of around 100.
Working under the leadership of Paul Eastwood, Geo Regional Director for the Midlands, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality geotechnical solutions across a diverse range of projects.
Your role will include:
- Leading and delivering ground investigations and geotechnical designs
- Developing robust ground models
- Producing clear, high-quality interpretive reports
- Designing geotechnical structures including foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and ground improvement solutions
- Acting as a technical leader and growing the geotechnical capability within the Birmingham team
YOUR IMPACT
This role is about more than delivery, it’s about building something.
You’ll play a key role in strengthening and expanding our geotechnical presence in Birmingham, helping to shape the team, influence projects, and deliver practical, high-quality solutions to real-world engineering challenges across the region.
Your work will directly contribute to the continued growth and success of our Midlands business, while being part of a collaborative and well-connected national network.
ABOUT YOU
You’re an experienced geotechnical engineer with strong UK consultancy experience and a passion for delivering high-quality work.
You’ll bring:
- Proven experience scoping and delivering geotechnical investigations and designs
- Strong ground modelling and interpretive reporting skills
- Experience designing a range of geotechnical structures
- Confidence working independently and leading technical delivery
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering (BEng, BSc or higher)
- Chartered status with a relevant professional body
Whether you’re already operating at Principal level or stepping up from Senior, you’re ready to take on more responsibility and make a real impact.
WHY JOIN US
We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network.
Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.