Senior Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Engineer

ICE Recruit; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ground investigation contractor seeks a Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer to deliver high-quality geotechnical solutions. This permanent role emphasizes effective project management, client engagement, and developing junior staff. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and comprehensive health care.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus all UK bank and public holidays

Private health care

Contributed pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing geotechnical and geo-environmental projects.
• Strong understanding of UK regulatory frameworks and site investigation standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex site investigations from initial scoping to final reporting.
• Cultivate client relationships through proactive communication.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Reporting

Client Engagement

Commercial Awareness

Education

Extensive experience in geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigations

Job description

An exciting journey as a Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer with our client, a leading ground investigation contractor providing expert site investigation services across the UK for over a decade. In this permanent role, you will have the opportunity to apply your geology and geoenvironmental expertise to deliver high-quality geotechnical and geo-environmental solutions for a diverse range of clients and projects.

• The delivery of complex site investigations, from initial scoping to final reporting.

• Cultivate lasting client relationships through proactive communication and reliable service.

• Contribute to the growth and development of our talented team of consultants and contractors.

Preferred Requirements:

• Lead the design and execution of site-based testing programmes, ensuring efficient and compliant delivery.
• Produce, review, and approve technical reports that meet industry and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with laboratories to manage sample logistics, testing schedules, and results verification.
• Prepare quotations and tenders for small to medium-scale projects, and contribute to larger bids and framework agreements.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers, technicians, and drillers through on-the-job guidance and knowledge sharing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigations, with a strong understanding of the construction and civil engineering industry.
• Proven track record in managing projects from inception to completion, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and team members.

Essentials

• Proven experience managing geotechnical and geo-environmental projects across a range of sectors.
  Strong technical reporting skills and experience with UK regulatory frameworks and site investigation standards.
  Excellent client engagement and communication skills
  Commercial awareness with demonstrable experience of quoting, budgeting, and cost control.

Benefits:

• • 25days' holiday plus all UK bank and public holidays
  • Competitive salary & Company Benefits & Bonus
  • Private health care
• Flexible and hybrid working conditions
  • Annual subscription fees paid for your membership of two Professional Institutions
  • Contributed pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle-to-work scheme

Diversity:

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fair and equal workplace for all their employees.