Graduate Engineering Geologist

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join its growing and collaborative team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to develop a strong foundation in engineering geology and geotechnical engineering, working alongside experienced professionals on a wide range of projects including high-rise developments, infrastructure, energy, logistics, and residential schemes within the UK and overseas.

The role combines site-based work, data interpretation, and office-based reporting and analysis, offering broad exposure across the full project lifecycle - from feasibility and ground investigation through to design support and construction.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of ground investigations; develop conceptual ground models based on existing information and prepare project-specific ground investigation strategies, produce ground investigation specifications along with Bill of Quantities, supervise and/ or carry out borehole and trial pit logging, select soil and rock samples for laboratory testing, and carry out in-situ testing and site observations;
• Undertake site reconnaissance and basic geological mapping under supervision, including rock mass characterisation (e.g., rock mass classification, discontinuity assessment, etc.);
• Support the supervision of ground investigation and construction-related activities;
• Collect, process, and manage ground investigation data;
• Assist with the interpretation of ground conditions and development of engineering geological ground models;
• Support the preparation of desk studies, ground investigation reports, and factual and interpretative reports;
• Carry out routine calculations and contribute to preliminary geotechnical assessments;
• Liaise with senior geologists, engineers, contractors, and laboratories;
• Support health, safety, and quality standards on site and in the office;
• Perform other duties as required to support project delivery; and
• Some fieldwork within the UK and occasional overseas travel will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline;
• A Master’s degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering is desirable;
• 0–2 years of relevant postgraduate or internship experience;
• Strong academic grounding in geology and/ or geotechnical principles;
• A clear interest in engineering geology, ground investigation, and geotechnical design;
• Eligibility and motivation to work towards Chartership (Geological Society / ICE / IOM3);
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation access to remote job site locations, in addition to availability to travel occasionally overseas;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;

• Good analytical skills with strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Willingness to undertake site-based work in varied environment;
• Proactive attitude, enthusiasm to learn, and professional demeanor;
• Familiarity with industry software (e.g. OpenGround, Leapfrog, GIS, or geotechnical analysis tools) is advantageous but not essential; and
• Availability to work overtime as needed.