Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer (project manager)

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to lead a team in delivering geotechnical and environmental consultancy projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of UK experience, strong report writing skills, and business acumen. This office-based role focuses on project management from inception to completion within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in geo-environmental and/or geotechnical consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation.
• Proven experience in managing ground investigation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations.
• Oversee projects from proposal to delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality in fieldwork.

Skills

Project management

Technical report writing

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Geology or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer (Project Manager) to join a well-established ground engineering consultancy based in Manchester.

You'll play a key role in leading a small but growing team of engineers and managing a range of Geotechnical and geo-environmental consultancy projects from inception to completion. This is primarily an office-based position, with responsibilities spanning project delivery, technical reporting, team leadership, and financial control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations across the UK
• Oversee projects from proposal and design stages through to final reporting and delivery
• Mentor and delegate to a team of junior engineers, ensuring quality and efficiency in fieldwork
• Write, review and approve technical reports, including:
  • Phase 1 & Phase 2 site investigations
  • Geotechnical and geo-environmental interpretative reports
  • Remediation strategies and verification reports
  • Technical risk assessments
  • Waste
• Manage project budgets, resources, and timescales
• Liaise directly with clients, stakeholders, and regulators
• Support tendering and bidding for new work

Requirements

• Degree qualified in a relevant subject (e.g. Geology, Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering)
• 5-10 years of UK-based experience in geo-environmental and/or geotechnical consultancy
• Strong knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation and risk assessment frameworks
• Proven experience managing ground investigation projects
• Ability to design and scope intrusive site investigations
• Excellent report writing and review skills
• Confident communicator with clients and regulators
• Full UK driving licence (desirable)

Application

If you would like to know more, please contact Cory taylor at Calibre Search Manchester.

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