Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineer

Paddock Geo Engineering Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Paddock Geo Engineering Limited is seeking an experienced Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineer. This impactful role involves leading a team, managing projects, and providing high-level consultancy on diverse ground engineering projects across the UK. The successful candidate will be a technical authority in geo-environmental work and will have a comprehensive background in contaminated land legislation.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Company vehicle or allowance

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Supportive team culture with career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in ground investigation and geo-environmental consultancy.
• Chartered or close to being chartered with a professional body.
• Strong understanding of contaminated land legislation and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery and mentor a team of engineers and technicians.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including cost control.
• Conduct contaminated land risk assessments and deliver site investigations.

Skills

Technical Competence in Geo-Environmental and Geotechnical Work

Project Management

Contaminated Land Risk Assessments

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Engineering

Master’s Degree (Advantageous)

Job description

Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineer

Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineer

Are you an experienced geo-environmental engineer ready to lead, mentor, and make a real impact? Paddock Geo Engineering Ltd (PGE) is seeking a driven and technically exceptional Principal to Associate-Level Geo-Environmental of Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist to join our growing team in Milton Keynes.

We’re a friendly, high-performing consultancy working on diverse ground engineering and site investigation projects across the South of England, Wales, and the Midlands. Our clients range from local authorities and commercial developers to small and medium scale housebuilders and mineral extraction companies, giving you exposure to a broad and rewarding portfolio.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead technical delivery, mentor a skilled team, and contribute strategically to the success of our projects and business.

The Role:

• Acting as a deputy for the Managing Director
• Leading and mentoring a team of ~6+ engineers and technicians
• Demonstrating high technical competence in geo-environmental, geotechnical and site investigation work
• Managing projects from inception to completion, including client liaison and cost control
• Conducting Contaminated Land Risk Assessments (Stage 1–3)
• Delivering combined geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations
• Scheduling appropriate laboratory testing (contamination, waste classification, geotechnical)
• Designing and validating remediation schemes
• Writing high-quality interpretative geo-environmental and geotechnical reports
• Performing infiltration testing in accordance with current standards
• Upholding and promoting best-in-class HSEQ practices

A through technical understanding of contaminated land legislation and consultancy would be required. As would be an understanding of interpretative geotechnical report writing. A working understanding of the EIA process and reporting advantageous.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in ground investigation and geo-environmental consultancy
• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering); a related Master’s degree is advantageous
• Chartered (or close to) with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIWEM, IEMA, GeolSoc, ICE)
• Strong understanding of contaminated land legislation, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements
• Competent in writing interpretative geotechnical reports
• Familiarity with the EIA process and environmental planning considerations is beneficial
• Proven experience in mentoring junior staff and managing technical teams
• Full clean UK driving licence

What we Offer:

• Highly competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Company vehicle or allowance
• Salary sacrifice options
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Supportive, close-knit team culture with real career development opportunities

If you're looking to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of geo-environmental engineering at a thriving consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] F.A.O Matt Paddock.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Construction

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