Head of Department - Ground Investigation

• Lead and develop the GI team, promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, and innovation
• Mentor engineers and specialists, supporting their technical and professional progression
• Oversee planning, scheduling, and delivery of GI projects to meet client requirements, budgets, and deadlines
• Manage resources including equipment, personnel, and subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with all quality and HS&E standards
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor
• Contribute to business development by preparing scopes, quotes, and proposals
• Produce and review factual and interpretative reports, including geotechnical recommendations
• Champion improvements to workflows and methodologies in line with BS 5930, EC7, CIRIA and emerging best practices
• Keep up to date with evolving technologies and integrate new approaches where beneficial
• Support departmental strategy, budgeting, and long‑term service development
• Represent Murphy Geospatial at client, partner, and industry events

• Ability to work from Watford, Birmingham, or Manchester (hybrid)
• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ management experience within Ground Investigation or Geotechnical Engineering
• Strong understanding of GI techniques such as window sampling, cable percussive, rotary drilling, CPT, and trial pitting
• Proven project management and client‑facing experience
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Professional membership (desirable)

• Hybrid working and flexibility to support work–life balance
• Access to cutting‑edge technology and digital geospatial solutions
• A supportive leadership team and a culture that encourages innovation and quality
• Competitive salary and benefits package