Geotechnical Site Engineer

JP Engineering • north east, england • Posted June 20, 2026

Position Overview

Senior Site Engineer
Durham
£32,000 - £36,000 + Van + Excellent Site Package
A well-established ground investigation contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Site Engineer to support ongoing projects across the North East region.
This is a hands-on, fully site-based role suited to someone from a contracting ground investigation background who enjoys managing day-to-day site operations and being actively involved in fieldwork. There are no office-based reporting responsibilities attached to this position.
The Role
* Supervising ground investigation and drilling activities
* Managing subcontractors and site operations
* Logging soil and rock samples
* Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained on site
* Working across infrastructure, commercial, and development schemes
* Travelling to projects throughout the region with occasional working away
Requirements
* Minimum 2-3 years' experience within a site investigation contract...