Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer

RSK Geosciences; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Additional annual leave option

Private healthcare options

Hybrid and flexible working

Extensive CPD and technical training

Professional accreditation support

Job summary

RSK Geosciences in Glasgow is seeking a Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer to lead complex geo-environmental projects across the UK. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee ground investigations and deliver high-profile client solutions with a focus on contaminated land assessment and remediation.

The role offers hybrid working, strong CPD support, and opportunities to contribute to strategic growth while mentoring junior staff and shaping project delivery for diverse housing,

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry or a related discipline
• Chartered Geologist (CGeol), Chartered Scientist (CSci), Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Managing geo-environmental and geotechnical projects from inception to completion
• Designing, overseeing and interpreting ground investigations
• Developing innovative and practical solutions for clients
• Preparing tenders and fee proposals
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Providing leadership support and contributing to the continued growth and success of the business

Skills

Project management

Site investigations design/oversee

Contaminated land assessment

Geotechnical testing knowledge

Client-facing skills

Multi-project management

Communication skills

Education

Geology degree

Civil Engineering degree

Environmental Science degree

Chemistry degree

Chartered Geologist (CGeol)

Chartered Scientist (CSci)

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

The Vacancy

Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer

RSK Geosciences - Glasgow

Are you ready to take the lead on complex geo-environmental projects while advancing your career with one of the UK's leading environmental and engineering consultancies?

RSK Geosciences has an immediate need for an experienced Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our growing team in Scotland. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-profile projects for housebuilders, developers, infrastructure clients, local authorities and major private-sector organisations across the UK.

If you're looking for a position that combines technical excellence, project leadership and genuine career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join RSK Geosciences?

At RSK, you'll be part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team tackling a wide variety of geo-environmental and geotechnical challenges. You'll have the autonomy to lead projects, shape client relationships and influence project delivery, all while being supported by one of the UK's most respected environmental consultancies.

You’ll benefit from:

• A varied and challenging workload across multiple sectors
• The opportunity to manage projects from proposal through to delivery
• Strong support for professional development and career progression
• A collaborative culture where expertise is recognised and rewarded
• Access to industry-leading technical specialists across the wider RSK Group

The Role

As a Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer, you'll take ownership of projects and provide expert technical guidance across a range of site investigation and assessment programmes.

You’ll be involved in:

• Managing geo-environmental and geotechnical projects from inception to completion
• Designing, overseeing and interpreting ground investigations
• Developing innovative and practical solutions for clients
• Preparing tenders and fee proposals
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Providing leadership support and contributing to the continued growth and success of the business

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to speak with experienced geo-environmental professionals who can demonstrate:

• A strong consultancy background in geo-environmental and/or geotechnical engineering
• Proven project management experience and commercial awareness
• Experience designing and overseeing site investigations
• A sound understanding of contaminated land assessment and remediation
• A basic level of knowledge of geotechnical testing and foundation design principles
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry or a related discipline
• Chartered Geologist (CGeol), Chartered Scientist (CSci), Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)
• Full UK driving licence

Reward & Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

• Contributory Pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Private healthcare options
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Extensive CPD and technical training support
• Structured support for further professional accreditation

About Us

We are a market‑leading site investigation, contaminated land and geotechnical consultancy with geophysics and survey teams and waste management consultants, operating from 20 UK locations. Our company also includes Leap Environmental, an award‑winning site investigation, geotechnical design and geoenvironmental consultancy and Carbon Zero Consulting, which undertakes appraisals for ground source heat projects.

Throughout our 30 years of operations, we have enabled our clients to realise opportunities and manage the potential liabilities associated with acquiring, owning, operating and developing land. Our clients come from the public and private sectors, including many of the UK’s leading property developers, major and local house builders, utility providers and main contractors, local authorities and other government organisations.

RSK Geosciences is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people‑first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office‑based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?