Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established geotechnical consultancy is looking for a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer in Northampton. The successful candidate will lead complex investigations and assessments while mentoring junior staff. A robust grasp of contaminated land and project management is essential, along with a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Daily bonus for fieldwork

Overnight stay bonus

Company pension scheme

Regular CPD and career development

Mentoring from chartered professionals

Diverse project opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' experience in geo-environmental or geotechnical engineering.
• Proven track record in project management and team leadership.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee ground investigations and project delivery.
• Prepare technical reports including Phase I & II assessments.
• Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure project compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Report Writing

Contaminated Land Assessment

Team Leadership

Education

BSc in Geology

BSc in Environmental Science

BSc in Earth Sciences

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

An established geotechnical and environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their growing team based in Northamptonshire. This is a permanent, full-time position offering the opportunity to lead and manage complex ground investigation and environmental assessment projects across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, landfill, infrastructure, and industrial developments.

The successful candidate will take a senior role in project delivery, client liaison, and technical oversight. You will support and mentor junior staff, ensure quality standards across project stages, and be actively involved in producing high-quality interpretive reports and remediation strategies.

Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee ground investigations, including scoping, fieldwork supervision, and project delivery
• Prepare technical reports such as Phase I & II assessments, CMRAs, earthworks strategies, and remedial method statements
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution and compliance
• Mentor and guide graduate and junior engineers, supporting their technical development
• Review and interpret geotechnical and environmental data and contribute to commercial decision-making
• Travel to sites across the UK as required, including occasional overnight stays

Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer Job Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years' experience in geo-environmental or geotechnical engineering Degree (BSc minimum) in Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a closely related subject
• Proven track record in project management, reporting, and team leadership
• Strong understanding of contaminated land assessment, remediation, and ground risk interpretation
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Confident working independently and within a collaborative team environment

Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer Salary & Benefits

• £24 daily bonus for fieldwork and £50 overnight stay bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Regular CPD and structured career development support
• Mentoring from chartered professionals
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects nationwide
• Supportive and inclusive team culture

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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