Senior Geo Environmental Engineer

Job Description:

Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer / Engineering Geologist
Burton upon Trent

A great opportunity for an experienced Geoenvironmental Engineer or Engineering Geologist to step into a senior role, leading site investigations and delivering technically strong, high-quality projects across the UK.

The Role:
You’ll take ownership of projects from initial design through to delivery — managing site investigations, mentoring junior staff, and acting as a key point of contact for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, manage, and supervise ground investigations

• Cost projects and coordinate subcontractors

• Attend site to oversee investigations and assessments

• Produce interpretative geotechnical and geoenvironmental reports

• Undertake and review GQRA (human health, ground gas, controlled waters)

• Supervise foundations, earthworks, remediation, and validation works

• Prepare Health & Safety documentation and ensure compliance

• Lead site meetings and liaise with clients

• Mentor and support junior team members

Requirements:

• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, or related discipline

• Minimum 5 years’ UK experience in contaminated land and ground investigation

• Strong understanding of UK regulatory guidance

• Experience delivering geoenvironmental and geotechnical projects

• Knowledge of GQRA and foundation assessment

• Coal mining investigation/remediation experience (desirable)

• Experience with Openground, AutoCAD, or QGIS (desirable)

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Working towards Chartered status (or already Chartered)

• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer:

• Structured support towards Chartership

• Matched pension (4–6%)

• Life insurance (4x salary)

• Paid professional memberships

• 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Paid overtime

• Clear progression opportunities

Apply now to take the next step in your geoenvironmental career and lead projects with real impact.