Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer

Job Description
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The OpportunityAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join a growing environmental and engineering consultancy with a minimum of 5 years experience managing site investigations, interpreting environmental data, preparing detailed reports and supporting project delivery from start to finish.About the ConsultancyThe employer is an established environmental and engineering consultancy delivering practical advice across contaminated land, geo-environmental assessment, geotechnical engineering, materials management and environmental risk.The consultancy supports clients across residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure and development-led projects, helping them understand ground conditions, manage environmental risk and deliver projects efficiently.The business offers a supportive and flexible working culture, with a strong focus on technical quality, professional development and practical project delivery.The RoleAs Senior Geo-Environmental Consultant, you will manage and deliver geo-environmental projects involving site investigation, environmental sampling, risk assessment, reporting and remediation support.You will work both independently and as part of a project team, liaising with clients, subcontractors, laboratories and internal colleagues.The role will include office-based reporting and project management, together with regular site work across the UK. Travel will be expected, particularly across the Midlands and South West.Key Responsibilities: Site Investigation and FieldworkOrganise and supervise intrusive ground investigationsCarry out site walkovers and environmental site assessmentsSupervise trial pitting, window sampling, cable percussion and rotary drillingUndertake soil, groundwater, surface water and ground-gas monitoringCollect soil, groundwater and gas samples for laboratory analysisPrepare accurate field records, logs and monitoring dataCoordinate subcontractors, drilling teams and laboratoriesEnsure site works are completed safely and in line with project requirementsEnvironmental Assessment and ReportingPrepare Phase 1 desk studies and preliminary risk assessmentsPrepare Phase 2 geo-environmental assessment reportsReview and interpret laboratory dataDevelop and update conceptual site modelsIdentify contamination risks, data gaps and further investigation requirementsContribute to human health and controlled waters risk assessmentsPrepare factual and interpretative reportsProvide clear, practical and commercially focused recommendationsRemediation and Materials ManagementSupport the development of remediation strategiesAssist with verification and validation reportingProvide technical input on soil re-use and materials managementSupport waste classification and disposal advice where requiredLiaise with contractors and project teams during remediation worksHelp clients manage environmental risks in a practical and cost-effective wayProject DeliveryManage assigned projects from instruction through to completionPrepare project scopes, programmes and delivery plansMonitor project progress, budgets and deadlinesCoordinate site works, reporting and technical deliverablesSupport senior colleagues with project planning and commercial deliveryManage client expectations and maintain clear communicationDeliver work to a high technical and quality standardClient and Team LiaisonLiaise with clients, contractors, regulators and project stakeholdersAttend project meetings and provide technical updatesWork closely with project managers and technical colleaguesMentor and support junior team members where requiredContribute to a collaborative and technically strong team cultureHelp maintain positive client relationships through reliable deliveryAbout YouWe are looking for a capable and motivated geo-environmental professional with strong UK consultancy experience.You should be confident supervising site investigations, interpreting data, preparing technical reports and managing project responsibilities.You will need to be organised, commercially aware and comfortable working across multiple projects. A willingness to travel regularly across the UK will be essential.Essential RequirementsMinimum 5 years' UK geo-environmental consultancy experienceDegree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering Geology, Geoscience or a related disciplineStrong experience supervising site investigationsExperience preparing Phase 1 desk studies and Phase 2 geo-environmental reportsGood understanding of contaminated land assessmentAbility to develop conceptual site modelsExperience interpreting soil, groundwater, gas and laboratory dataUnderstanding of human health and controlled waters risk assessmentExperience preparing clear, accurate technical reportsStrong project delivery and organisational skillsGood commercial awarenessExcellent written and verbal communication skillsFull UK driving licenceWillingness to travel regularly across the UKDesirable ExperienceExperience preparing remediation strategiesExperience preparing validation or verification reportsKnowledge of materials management and waste classificationFamiliarity with CL:AIRE, DoWCoP and contaminated land guidanceExperience mentoring junior consultantsMembership of a relevant professional bodyWorking towards Chartered statusExperience preparing fee proposals or supporting tendersSalary and BenefitsExcellent SalaryMinimum 33 days' paid leave per year, including public holidaysPension contributionsRemote WorkingTraining and support towards professional qualificationsCycle to Work SchemeMedical/Health CoverLife InsuranceWhy Apply? xrexnqw Join a growing environmental and engineering consultancyWork on varied contaminated land and geo-environmental projectsTake responsibility for site investigation, reporting and project deliveryGain exposure to projects across the UKDevelop your technical, commercial and client-facing skillsBenefit from hybrid working and strong professional development supportJoin a supportive team with a strong focus on technical quality and practical deliveryInclusion and DiversityThe employer is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where individuals from all backgrounds are welcomed and respected.