Geotechnical drilling is a type of drilling that is performed as part of the construction process.

It's mainly for structures such as buildings and oil rigs, ,or as part of the investigation process carried out on site prior to construction. is task is usually undertaken by drilling contractors who are qualified to operate specialized drilling equipment. It’s also under the supervision of a geotechnical engineer who oversees the process to ensure that the drilling meets the requirements of the project. Geotechnical drilling contractors sometimes provide other drilling services, depending on their size and location.