Senior Engineering Geologist - Design and Ground Investigation

Access Talent Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer to lead contaminated land assessments and environmental design projects. This role offers the opportunity to manage and mentor junior engineers while working on high-profile projects from investigation to implementation. You will be responsible for client liaison, report writing, and ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards. This dynamic consultancy is committed to sustainable solutions and offers a collaborative work environment where your skills will be highly valued. If you're ready to make a significant impact in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in contaminated land investigation and assessment.
• Solid understanding of UK environmental and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead contaminated land assessments and environmental design projects.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers while ensuring project standards.

Skills

Contaminated land investigation

Environmental design

Project management

Mentoring junior staff

Report writing

Client communication

Understanding of UK environmental standards

Education

Degree in Geology

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineering Geologist - Design and Ground Investigation

Our client, a highly regarded SME consultancy specializing in British geology, is seeking an experienced Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer to join their team in Manchester. With a reputation for delivering bespoke, high-quality services across the UK, this firm is known for its collaborative work environment and commitment to sustainable, innovative solutions in geology and environmental consulting. If you’re looking to join a dynamic team where your skills and expertise will be highly valued, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Role Overview
As a Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer, you will take a leading role in contaminated land assessments and environmental design projects. You’ll manage and mentor junior engineers, while also working directly on high-profile projects from the initial investigation stage through to design and implementation. Your role will include client liaison, report writing, and ensuring that projects meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards. With a focus on problem-solving and delivering practical, sustainable solutions, this position offers you the chance to work on a wide range of challenging and rewarding projects.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Strong experience in contaminated land investigation and assessment
• Background in environmental design, either geotechnical or geological
• Experience managing projects and mentoring junior staff
• Solid understanding of UK environmental and regulatory standards
• Excellent report writing and client communication skills
• Ability to lead and manage complex environmental projects
• A degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field

What’s On Offer
In addition to a competitive salary, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for continued professional development and career progression. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing, highly regarded consultancy. If you’re an experienced Geoenvironmental Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!