Principal Engineer (Geoenvironmental)

CGL (Card Geotechnics Limited); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development and mentorship

Focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility

Job summary

A leading ground engineering consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Principal Engineer to blend technical leadership with project management. The role involves leading site investigations, ensuring top-quality assessments, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with clients. With over 6 years' experience preferred and a degree in a related field, you can join a supportive culture focused on sustainability and innovation. Apply now and be a part of impactful projects!

Qualifications

• 6+ years in geo-environmental consultancy preferred.
• Must possess a driver's licence.
• Driver’s licence to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex site investigations and guide multidisciplinary teams.
• Oversee environmental assessments and risk strategies for projects.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
• Engage with clients through proposals and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Understanding of environmental science

Geotechnical engineering

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field

Job description

CGL is an award-winning ground engineering consultancy known for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions to complex challenges. From renewable energy to transport infrastructure, or from contaminated land assessments to site investigations and risk solutions, we’re at the forefront of land development projects. Our projects make a real impact—and so do our people. We pride ourselves on a supportive, inclusive, and development-focused culture where your growth matters.

We’re looking for a Principal Engineer to join our Geo-Environmental Services team in Glasgow. This is your chance to blend technical leadership with project management expertise while making a real impact on meaningful projects!

🌍 Ready to Lead the Way in Geo-Environmental Engineering? Join Us as a Principal Engineer in Glasgow! 🌍

What You’ll Do:

• 🌱 Lead & Inspire – Take the reins on complex site investigations, ensuring technical excellence and guiding multidisciplinary teams to success.
• 💡 Be the Technical Guru – Oversee and ensure top-quality environmental assessments, risk strategies, and reporting for large-scale projects.
• 👥 Team Mentorship – Supervise and mentor junior engineers, helping them grow into future leaders of the industry.
• 🤝 Engage with Clients – Become the go-to expert for our clients, crafting proposals, leading presentations, and ensuring top-tier service delivery.
• ⚖️ Champion Safety & Compliance – Build a safety-first culture, ensuring all work meets the highest HSE standards and company policies.

What We’re Looking For:

• 🔹 Experience: 6+ years in geo-environmental consultancy (bonus points if you're Chartered!)
• 🔹 Skills: A flair for leading teams, a deep understanding of environmental science (particularly in Scotland) geotechnical engineering, and a passion for mentoring.
• 🔹 Qualifications: A degree in Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field (with a driver’s licence to get around!)

Why Join Us?

• 🚀 Career Growth: Take on challenging projects and make an impact in an industry that’s all about sustainability and innovation.
• 🌱 Professional Development: Grow your skills, get the mentorship you need, and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.
• ⚡ Work with a Purpose: Be part of a company that values technical excellence, safety, and environmental responsibility.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to the forefront of Geo-Environmental Services and make a real difference in our projects then we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply now and let’s shape the future of the environment together. 🌍