Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

In this role you will lead and deliver geotechnical projects within AECOM’s Ground Engineering practice in London. You’ll combine deep technical expertise with an innovative mindset to drive project outcomes for UK and international clients. You will mentor junior staff, engage clients, and shape ground investigations from feasibility through final design. This is a high-impact, leadership-heavy position at a global engineering firm focused on sustainable infrastructure.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• flexible benefits
• onboarding at first day

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects from investigation to design and construction with high-quality deliverables
• Apply cutting-edge approaches in ground investigation, geotechnical design, and construction
• Support and develop junior team members and manage client relationships to drive project outcomes
• Own desk studies, feasibility input, interpretation, and final design contribution
• Prepare fee bids and proposals for internal and external clients
• Ensure adherence to technical standards, budget, and programme

Key requirements

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering (BSc or MSc)
• Chartered status (Engineer) preferred
• Experience delivering geotechnical projects in the UK
• Ability to mentor juniors and support chartered status
• Proven leadership and client-facing delivery experience
• Willingness to travel within the UK
• Clean driving licence
• Strong collaboration with Technical Directors and Associates

• team leadership
• mentoring
• client relationship management
• ground investigation
• geotechnical design
• foundation design

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