Overview

Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Manchester (Hybrid) – Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per year (Dependent on experience) + Benefits

About the Role

Alfred Recruitment is proud to be working with a leading UK civil and environmental engineering consultancy that is expanding its Geotechnical team in Manchester. We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer who is ready to take a proactive, influential role within the team and help shape the success of a new state-of-the-art office in the city centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role on a wide range of development and infrastructure projects — spanning residential, commercial, highways, and environmental sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of geotechnical and geo-environmental investigations and designs
• Prepare and review technical reports, including risk assessments, remediation strategies, and foundation designs
• Interpret geotechnical data and contribute to the development of ground models
• Advise on retaining walls, slope stability, ground improvement, and foundation solutions
• Support junior team members with training and mentoring
• Collaborate with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years’ experience in geotechnical engineering, ideally within a UK consultancy
• Experience working across the full project lifecycle, from site investigation to construction
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GEO5, or similar design tools
• Confident communicator with excellent report writing and team leadership skills
• A degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, or a related subject
• Working towards or already holding Chartered status is desirable

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working (2–3 days in office)
• 26 days annual leave + buy/sell up to 5 days
• New modern office space with top facilities in Manchester city centre
• Company pension
• Training and mentoring for career development
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Financial and wellbeing support programmes

Why This Role?

You’ll be joining a business that values technical expertise and collaboration. This is more than just another engineering job — it’s an opportunity to be a core part of a growing team, help shape a new regional hub, and work on projects that make a real impact.