Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer (Project Manager)

Calibre Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ground engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer (Project Manager) to lead a team and manage geo-environmental projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and 5-10 years of UK-based experience, alongside strong knowledge of contaminated land legislation. This is primarily an office-based position offering competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant subject.
• 5-10 years of UK-based experience in consulting.
• Strong knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation.
• Proven experience managing ground investigation projects.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations.
• Oversee projects from proposal to final reporting.
• Mentor junior engineers for quality fieldwork.
• Manage project budgets and resources.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Report writing

Client communication

Geotechnical engineering knowledge

Contaminated land legislation

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Overview

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)

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

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