Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy based in Northampton is seeking a Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer to lead a team and manage diverse ground engineering projects. This role involves technical delivery, mentoring, and maintaining high standards in risk assessment and regulatory compliance, offering competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle or allowance

Salary sacrifice options

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in geo-environmental consultancy.
• Chartered or close to chartered with a professional body.
• Full clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of 6+ engineers and technicians.
• Managing projects from inception to completion.
• Conducting Contaminated Land Risk Assessments.

Skills

Contaminated land legislation

Project management

Technical report writing

Risk assessment

Mentorship

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Engineering

Master’s degree in a relevant field

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Principal or Associate Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineer, Northampton

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Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

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 Engineer 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 thorough technical understanding of contaminated land legislation and consultancy would be required. An understanding of interpretative geotechnical report writing is also necessary. A working knowledge of the EIA process and reporting is 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 [emailprotected] F.A.O Matt Paddock.