Lead Geo-environmental Engineer – Ground Investigation Team

​; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Manchester is looking for a Lead Geo-environmental Engineer to manage their Ground Investigation team. The role involves overseeing high-quality projects, providing technical advice, and ensuring compliance across various sectors. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, a related degree, and strong leadership skills. The firm offers competitive salaries, extensive professional development opportunities, and a supportive mentoring program.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private health insurance

Paid travel and expenses

Mentoring programme for progression

Paid professional membership

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in relevant industry.
• Relevant chartership or working towards it.
• A good understanding of land contamination risk assessment.
• A good understanding of geotechnical analysis.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Ground Investigation team in Manchester.
• Deliver high-quality Ground Investigation projects.
• Provide technical excellence to clients across diverse industries.
• Manage and mentor team members.
• Conduct occasional fieldwork and ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Problem solving ability

Good communication skills

Motivational skills

Demonstratable management skills

Leadership skills

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Lead Geo-environmental Engineer – Ground Investigation Team: Fantastic career opportunity at this leading, reputable Medium-sized Multidisciplinary Consultancy. The role is based in Manchester.

MANCHESTER

Overview

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy providing a range of services, including geotechnical, geo-environmental, desk studies, and ground investigations across a range of sectors. We are looking for a highly motivated, Lead Geo-Environmental Engineer to lead their Ground Investigation team in Manchester. You will be leading a small team of engineers to deliver high quality Ground Investigation projects of varying scale and complexity. Supported by our geotechnical and land quality specialists, you will be providing technical excellence and sustainable solutions to our clients across a broad range of industries and developments. The Ground Investigation teams are multidisciplinary, covering factual reporting, contaminated land risk assessments and geotechnical appraisal. A good basis in these topics as well as a track record of managing people and demonstratable leadership skills is essential. This company takes pride in its investment in leadership, diversity and continued professional development, with training and mentoring integral to their work. They actively encourage CPD and you will be supported towards relevant charterships or accreditations to support your areas of interest and specialities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Ground Investigation team in Manchester, managing a small group of engineers.
• Deliver high-quality Ground Investigation projects of varying scale and complexity.
• Provide technical excellence and sustainable solutions to clients across diverse industries and developments.
• Collaborate with geotechnical and land quality specialists to support project delivery.
• Oversee multidisciplinary tasks, including Factual reporting, Contaminated land risk assessment, Geotechnical appraisal.
• Manage and mentor team members, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Conduct occasional fieldwork, including training and site visits (approximately 20% of the role).
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards during site activities.
• Support professional development within the team, including training and mentoring.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years in relevant industry.
• A relevant degree.
• Relevant chartership or working towards it.
• A good understanding of land contamination risk assessment.
• A good understanding of geotechnical analysis.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proactive and positive attitude.
• Problem solving ability.
• Motivational skills.
• Demonstratable management, leadership and mentoring skills.
• Full driving licence.

On offer

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave (full time employment entitlement) plus bank holidays.
• Private health insurance.
• Paid travel and expenses.
• Mentoring programme for progression to chartership.
• Paid professional membership of a chartership body.
• Use of company vehicles for site visits.
• Company profit sharing scheme.

To apply for the position of Lead Geo-environmental Engineer – Ground Investigation Team, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).

Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.

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