Critical Project Resourcing Ltd
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
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Salary: £65,853 - £74,474 per annum
Sector: Rail
Job Type: Perm
Region: West Midlands
Location: Birmingham
Ref #: VR/45848/DC
Post Date: 18-09-2026 05:12 PM
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Birmingham/Hybrid - £65,853–£74,474 + Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the largest infrastructure projects in a generation. We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical leadership across the programme and supply chain.
You will act as a Geotechnical Subject Matter Expert, providing technical advice and assurance across the project. Responsibilities will include:
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- Providing geotechnical leadership and technical support across the programme.
- Undertaking technical assurance of design and construction activities.
- Responding to RFIs, Technical Queries and Departures.
- Contributing to the development and review of technical standards and specifications.
- Supporting ground investigation, foundations, earthworks and geotechnical engineering activities.
- Identifying technical issues and root causes and providing effective solutions.
- Working closely with delivery teams, designers, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure a consistent approach.
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- A degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related discipline, with Chartered status/professional membership or equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience in geotechnical engineering, ideally on major infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of ground investigation, foundations, earthworks and geotechnical design and construction.
- Experience applying technical standards and undertaking technical assurance.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience analysing data and reporting findings to support decision-making.
- Understanding of NEC3 contracts, commercial, risk and interface management.
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