Principal Or Senior Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning Engineering Consultancy is looking for a Principal or Senior Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their supportive team in Ivybridge. This role involves leading technical projects, managing ground investigations, and collaborating with civil teams on complex projects. You will engage with clients and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company offers a nurturing environment with opportunities for career development, training, and chartership. If you are passionate about geotechnical engineering and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Training and mentoring

Career development opportunities

In-house CPD

External courses

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years relevant experience in geotechnical and environmental services.
• Degree in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical, or Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery and support junior team members.
• Manage ground investigations and design geotechnical assessments.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Environmental Assessment

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Engineering Geology

Chartered Status

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS Software

Holebase

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Principal or Senior Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent with an initial six-month probation period

Working hours: 37.5 hours/week – Monday to Friday (part-time considered)

Are you seeking a new opportunity with an award-winning Engineering Consultancy in a relaxed, supportive environment that maintains high project standards?

We are looking for a Principal or Senior Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our friendly team in Ivybridge, Devon. You will work on diverse, complex Geotechnical and Contaminated Land projects across the Southwest.

The Role:

• Lead technical aspects, project delivery, and support junior team members in geotechnical and environmental services.
• Manage ground investigations, including planning, procurement, and execution.
• Design and interpret geotechnical investigations for structural and civil design support.
• Perform logging to BS5930, sampling soils, rocks, groundwater.
• Conduct contaminated land assessments (Phase I to IV) per current regulations.
• Develop conceptual site models and perform risk assessments.
• Provide environmental services like CEMPs, MMPs, earthworks specifications, waste management.
• Monitor and interpret ground gas and groundwater data.
• Prepare and review technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with H&S / CDM regulations and environmental permits.
• Engage with clients, regulators, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with civil and structural teams on integrated schemes.

About You:

• Degree in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or related.
• Chartered status preferred but not essential.
• 3-5+ years' relevant experience; less may be considered for the right candidate.
• Experience managing site works and reporting.
• Knowledge of British Standards, Eurocodes, environmental laws.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• High standards, attention to detail, good communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Committed to CPD and industry innovation.
• Full driving license required.

Beneficial Skills:

• Knowledge of Holebase, AutoCAD, GIS software.
• Current CSCS card.

What We Offer:

Supportive work environment, training, mentoring, and career development. Opportunities for chartership, in-house CPD, and external courses. 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme.