# Principal Geotechnical Engineer

**Company**: WSP
**Location**: Exeter, Devon
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Consulting

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## Description

We are seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Exeter. As a technical lead on complex geotechnical and multidisciplinary projects, you will provide specialist advice and oversight throughout project lifecycles.

Key responsibilities include:

- Acting as a technical lead on complex projects

- Leading the development of ground models, geotechnical assessments, and design solutions

- Undertaking and reviewing advanced geotechnical analysis and design

- Managing project delivery, including programme, commercial performance, and risk management

- Leading client relationships and supporting business development activities

- Directing the planning, procurement, and management of ground investigations

- Providing technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to engineers and engineering geologists

- Supporting the development of bidding and tender submissions

- Championing innovation, sustainability, and digital delivery

- Working collaboratively across disciplines, regions, and sectors

- Providing leadership, line management, coaching, and technical mentorship

- Working closely with senior leaders to support team strategy and growth

Requirements:

- Strong technical background in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, and ground risk management

- Significant experience in geotechnical design, analysis, and interpretation

- Proven ability to lead technical delivery, manage project risks, and provide quality assurance

- Strong commercial awareness with experience of project management and fee control

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

- Experience leading and supervising ground investigation programmes

- A track record of supporting business development activities and contributing to client growth strategies

- Experience mentoring and developing junior team members

- Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (ICE, Geological Society or equivalent)

You will be part of a close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.

## Skills

### Required
- geotechnical engineering
- engineering geology
- ground risk management
- project management
- fee control
- client relationship management
- ground investigation
- technical leadership
- mentorship

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