💼 Full-Time Position

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

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ERSG Ltd
📍 Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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Location
Leeds, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 18, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Contract)

Location: UK
Rate: £600-£750/day (Outside IR35)

We're seeking an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical leadership across major infrastructure projects.

Key Requirements:

10+ years' experience in geotechnical engineering within heavy civils, tunnelling, or major infrastructure.

Strong knowledge of Eurocode 7, UK standards, and geotechnical risk management.

Experience with ground investigations, foundation design, retaining structures, deep excavations, and soil-structure interaction.

Proven technical leadership, design review, and mentoring capability.

Chartered status (ICE or Geological Society) preferred.

Experience on major UK infrastructure programmes desirable.

Responsibilities:

Lead geotechnical design and assessment activities.

Review and approve technical deliverables.

Provide technical assurance and support bid/proje...