Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering

Quest Global; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineer to deliver ground engineering, contaminated land, and geoenvironmental assessments for infrastructure projects. You will work with multidisciplinary teams on ground investigations, modelling, risk assessment, and integrated design.

The role targets Engineer/Senior Engineer/Expert levels, with Chartered status progressing or already achieved.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified geotechnical engineer
• Working toward Chartered Engineer or Chartered Geologist status
• Experience in geotechnical design for foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, slopes, and buried structures
• Familiar with ground investigation, data interpretation, and geotechnical analysis

Responsibilities

• Produce geotechnical desk studies, ground investigation scopes and testing specifications
• Management and interpretation of ground investigation data and factual reports
• Development of ground models using OpenGround, Leapfrog
• Derivation of geotechnical parameters and development of numerical models (PLAXIS) for soil‑structure interaction
• Technical input to safety‑critical designs, including review of deliverables
• Delivery and oversight of work packages with engineering partners and suppliers
• Collaboration with structural, civil, hazards, hydrogeology, environmental, and other disciplines
• Participation in design reviews, assurance activities, and resolution of engineering queries
• Compliance with codes, standards, quality requirements, and CDM obligations
• Authoring and reviewing technical reports, risk assessments, remediation strategies, and supporting documentation
• Support for continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and mentoring

Skills

Geotechnical Design

Ground Investigation

Ground Modelling

Numerical Modelling

Geoenvironmental Assessment

Environmental Legislation

Technical Documentation

Multidisciplinary Coordination

Engineering Partner Management

Risk Assessment

Digital Tools

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Education

Degree-qualified

Chartered status in progress

Tools

OpenGround

Leapfrog

PLAXIS

GIS

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster. We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard. We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Unified Job Description – Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering

(Engineer / Senior Engineer / Expert)

Role Summary

The Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineer delivers ground engineering, contaminated land, and geoenvironmental assessments to support infrastructure and complex project environments. Work includes ground investigations, modelling, risk assessment, and integrated design development with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Production of geotechnical desk studies, ground investigation scopes, and testing specifications.
• Management and interpretation of ground investigation data and factual reports.
• Development of ground models using digital tools (e.g., OpenGround, Leapfrog).
• Derivation of geotechnical parameters and development of numerical models (e.g., PLAXIS) for soil‑structure interaction.
• Technical input to safety‑critical designs, including review of deliverables and integration of site‑specific solutions.
• Delivery and oversight of work packages with engineering partners and suppliers.
• Collaboration with structural, civil, hazards, hydrogeology, environmental, and other disciplines.
• Participation in design reviews, assurance activities, and resolution of engineering queries.
• Compliance with codes, standards, quality requirements, and CDM obligations.
• Authoring and reviewing technical reports, risk assessments, remediation strategies, and supporting documentation.
• Support for continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and mentoring.

Work Experience

Experience Levels

Engineer

• Degree‑qualified; working toward Chartered Engineer or Chartered Geologist status.
• Experience in geotechnical design for foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, slopes, and buried structures.
• Familiar with ground investigation, data interpretation, and geotechnical analysis.

Senior Engineer

• Strong experience delivering geotechnical design across regulated sectors.
• Leads ground investigation planning, modelling, and integrated design development.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary interfaces and manages technical quality.

Expert / SME

• Chartered with extensive experience in contaminated land, environmental risk, remediation, and geoenvironmental engineering.
• Provides specialist advice, independent reviews, and technical governance.
• Leads high‑risk or complex geoenvironmental assessments and regulatory engagement.

Skills Required

• Geotechnical Design — foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, slopes, buried structures.
• Ground Investigation — scoping, supervision, interpretation, and factual reporting.
• Ground Modelling — OpenGround, Leapfrog, and development of site‑specific ground models.
• Numerical Modelling — PLAXIS or similar tools for soil‑structure interaction.
• Geoenvironmental Assessment — contaminated land, human health risk, controlled waters, remediation.
• Environmental Legislation — permitting, waste classification, remediation requirements.
• Technical Documentation — reports, risk assessments, strategies, and substantiation.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination — working with hazards, structural, civil, hydrogeology, and environmental teams.
• Engineering Partner Management — oversight of external engineering deliverables.
• Risk Assessment — geotechnical and environmental risk identification and mitigation.
• Digital Engineering Tools — GIS, modelling software, and data management platforms.
• Stakeholder Engagement — communication with regulators, suppliers, and project teams.
• Leadership — mentoring, technical oversight, and decision‑making (Senior/Expert levels).