Engineering Geologist – Glasgow

About the role

We are seeking an Engineering Geologist to join our growing Glasgow office. You will work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, commercial, residential and energy projects across Scotland and the wider UK, balancing site‑based investigations with office‑based analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise ground investigations, including rotary, cable percussion and window sample drilling.
• Log soil and rock in accordance with current British Standards.
• Oversee trial pitting, soakaway testing and other in‑situ tests.
• Produce factual ground investigation reports.
• Schedule and review geotechnical laboratory testing.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and the wider design team.
• Assist with geotechnical assessments and interpretation of ground conditions.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in ground investigation or engineering geology.
• Confidence supervising site investigations and subcontractors.
• Experience logging soil and rock to British Standards.
• Factual ground investigation reporting experience.
• Knowledge of geotechnical sampling, in‑situ testing and laboratory scheduling.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Required skills

• Ground investigation supervision
• Soil and rock logging (British Standards)
• Geotechnical sampling
• In‑situ testing
• Laboratory scheduling
• Rotary drilling
• Cable percussion drilling
• Window sample drilling
• Trial pitting
• Soakaway testing
• Geotechnical reporting

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£30,000‑£37,000 per year)
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Paid overtime and annual bonus
• Private healthcare and enhanced pension scheme
• Professional membership fees paid
• Training and support towards Chartership
• Hybrid working model
• Clear career progression within a respected consultancy