2024 GE100 Survey of UK Geotechnical Industry

This document is a report detailing the findings of the 2024 GE100 industry survey, which was completed by 125 UK geotechnical contractors, consultants, suppliers, and manufacturers. The report outlines the economic context, noting that the UK entered a technical recession in late 2023 but has since experienced a brighter economic outlook. It highlights that 59% of respondents expect an increase in workload over the next year, with the power sector anticipated to be the primary source of growth. The report also discusses ongoing concerns regarding skills shortages in the industry, with 74.6% of respondents identifying this as a top issue. Additionally, it presents salary trends, indicating consistent pay for early career engineers while senior positions see rising salaries. The document includes rankings of the top 100 UK geotechnical companies based on turnover, as well as insights into workforce predictions and the diversity of talent within the sector.