Senior/Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer

BakerHicks; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension

Life assurance

25 days leave

Discount scheme

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly

Employee assistance

Professional development

Job summary

BakerHicks is seeking a Senior or Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer to support the expansion of our Land Quality and Geo-Environmental capability across the UK. Based in London or Motherwell, you will help establish and grow a regional team and contribute to a growing practice with diverse projects.

The role offers responsibility, variety and the chance to work across the UK on technically demanding assignments, including Phase 1/2 reports, ground investigations and risk assessments, with

Qualifications

• Essential: Geo-Environmental or Engineering Consultancy background at Senior/Principal level.
• Chartered membership (SocEnv, Geological Society, CIWEM or similar).
• Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Applied Geology or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports and risk assessments.
• Contribute to development of the London/Motherwell Geo-Environmental capability.
• Mentor and develop the team while delivering technical projects across the UK.

Skills

Geo-Environmental

Chartered membership

Geology degree

Phase 1/2 reports

Ground investigation

UK standards

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Independent work

Driving licence

Education

Geology degree

Environmental Science degree

Applied Geology degree

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior or Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer to join BakerHicks, supporting the expansion of our Land Quality and Geo-Environmental capability across the UK. Whether based in London or Motherwell, you will play an important role in strengthening our regional presence. In London, this includes helping establish and grow a team. In Motherwell, you will contribute to the continued development of an expanding capability.

If you are looking to take on a role with responsibility, variety and the opportunity to contribute to a growing team, we would like to hear from you.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Experience within a Geo-Environmental or Engineering Consultancy at Senior Engineer, Principal Engineer or equivalent level
• Chartered membership (SocEnv, Geological Society, CIWEM or similar)
• Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Applied Geology or related discipline
• Experience delivering Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports and risk assessments
• Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques and sampling methods
• Familiarity with current UK standards and guidance
• Commercial awareness including budgets and delivery timelines
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Materials Management Plans
• Soil classification tools such as HazWasteOnline or WM3
• Input to fee proposals
• Sector experience in aviation, infrastructure, nuclear or life sciences

What This Role Offers

• Opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing Geo-Environmental team
• Involvement in establishing a presence in London or strengthening a team in Motherwell
• A mix of technical delivery, mentoring and team development
• Exposure to a wide range of projects across the UK

Security Clearance Requirements

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels. The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements. In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website.

Benefits

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

Equal Opportunity

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.