Location
Hertford

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Role
We are seeking Principal Geotechnical Engineers to join our established team in Hertford. In this role, you will act as a technical lead on complex geotechnical and multidisciplinary projects, providing specialist advice and oversight throughout project lifecycles. You will lead the development of ground models, geotechnical assessments, design solutions, and technical deliverables across a diverse portfolio of projects. Your responsibilities will include undertaking and reviewing advanced geotechnical analysis and design for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, slopes, and other geotechnical assets.

You will manage project delivery, including programme, commercial performance, quality assurance, and risk management. Leading client relationships and supporting business development activities will be key, as you identify opportunities to grow existing and new accounts. You will direct the planning, procurement, and management of ground investigations, ensuring data is interpreted effectively to support design and construction.

Providing technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to engineers and engineering geologists will be essential to support career development and technical excellence within the team. You will also support the development of bidding and tender submissions, including technical methodologies, resource planning, and fee proposals.

Championing innovation, sustainability, and digital delivery, you will promote best practice across geotechnical engineering and wider project teams. Collaboration across disciplines, regions, and sectors to deliver integrated solutions for major infrastructure and development projects will be a core part of your role.

Additionally, you will provide leadership, line management, coaching, and technical mentorship to engineers and engineering geologists, supporting succession planning and professional development. Working closely with senior leaders, you will contribute to team strategy, workload planning, recruitment, utilisation, and the continued growth of the geotechnical business.

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Experience
- Strong technical background in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, and ground risk management with experience delivering complex projects.
- Significant experience in geotechnical design, analysis, and interpretation across various sectors and ground conditions.
- Proven ability to lead technical delivery, manage project risks, and provide quality assurance for geotechnical outputs.
- Strong commercial awareness with experience in project management, fee control, and successful project delivery.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience leading and supervising ground investigation programmes and providing technical oversight during construction phases.
- Track record of supporting business development activities, winning work, and contributing to client growth strategies.
- Experience mentoring and developing junior team members while promoting a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

About you
Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (ICE, Geological Society or equivalent), or demonstrable progress towards chartership. You are a motivated leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality geotechnical solutions.

Qualifications
Chartered status or working towards chartership with a relevant professional institution is essential.