Principal Engineering Geologist - Leeds

REF: BY251660

Salary: £42,000 - £48,000

A highly respected, award-winning UK consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineering Geologist to join their expanding team in Leeds. This specialist firm delivers geotechnical and geoenvironmental solutions across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and energy sectors, offering a full project lifecycle service from initial ground investigation through to detailed design and construction support.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary (£42,000 - £48,000) and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects
• Supportive, collaborative team with strong technical expertise
• Ongoing professional development within an industry-leading consultancy

As a Principal Engineering Geologist, you will take on a varied role combining geotechnical design and ground investigation. The Principal Engineering Geologist will be responsible for overseeing and managing a team, planning and supervising site investigations, interpreting ground data, and producing high-quality reports. The Principal Engineering Geologist will also contribute to foundation design, earthworks, slope stability, and ground movement assessments, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in geotechnical design and/or ground investigation
• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology or related field
• Ability to manage projects and deliver technical reports
• Have or be working towards chartership
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Must live in or near to Leeds or be able to commute

This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Engineering Geologist looking to advance their career within a forward-thinking consultancy based in Leeds, offering exposure to diverse and technically challenging work

If you are interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical Engineering/Geologist roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position