Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering enterprise in Bristol is looking for a Principal Geo-environmental Engineer to join their successful geo-environmental team. You will manage multi-discipline project teams, oversee contaminated land and site investigations, and cultivate client relationships. This role is perfect for candidates with a geology degree and project management experience who seek to develop their careers in an innovative environment. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Market-leading development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and coordination.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental management.
• Knowledge of contaminated land technical guidance and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate project teams across disciplines.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Assist in the design and management of site investigations.
• Produce detailed technical reports.
• Monitor ground gas and groundwater assessments.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in geology or related subject

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior or Principal Geo-Environmental Consultant / Engineer to join a highly successful ground engineering geo-environmental team with a Global engineering enterprise. The successful candidate will work on contaminated land, site investigation, and brownfield redevelopment across various market sectors including property & regeneration, defence estates, energy, and transport. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress their career across a range of exciting projects.

Responsibilities

• Project management and coordination of multi-discipline project teams
• Client management and development
• Assisting with the design and management of geotechnical and geo-environmental ground investigations
• Producing detailed technical reports
• Undertaking ground gas & groundwater monitoring works and assessment

Qualifications

• Degree in geology or related subject
• Project management experience
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental management
• Knowledge of current contaminated land technical guidance, Part 2A legislation
• Strong communication and successful client relationships
• Excellent teamwork skills and ability to work independently
• Full Driving Licence

About the role

The successful principal geo-environmental engineer / consultant candidate will become a member of the Geo-Environmental & Mining (GEM) Business Unit, delivering focused solutions for our growing key client base. They will work alongside other land quality, environmental due diligence, ground investigation, groundwater, and geo-technical specialists to deliver holistic solutions to clients' needs in these areas.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Market-leading development opportunities
• Flexible working options

How to apply

If you are interested in this principal geo-environmental engineer / consultant position, apply now!

Interested in this or other geotechnical/geoenvironmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact the recruiter. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

Job Info

• Job Title: Principal Geo-environmental Engineer
• Company: Penguin Recruitment
• Location: Bristol, Bristol
• Posted: Sep 12th 2025
• Closes: Oct 13th 2025
• Sector:
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time