Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer

An established and growing Edinburgh-based engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a talented and driven Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a key technical and leadership role, contributing to a range of exciting and challenging developments across Scotland

About the Role :

Working primarily in private sector developments, you will lead and support the delivery of geo-environmental assessments , including Phase 1 and 2 site investigations , risk assessments , remediation strategies , and support during construction.

You’ll work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, engaging with clients, and managing project delivery from conception to completion.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead Phase 1 and Phase 2 geo-environmental assessments and reporting

Design, manage, and interpret site investigations

Prepare and review risk assessments and remediation strategies

Provide technical input to planning and development projects

Liaise with clients, regulators, and contractors

Mentor junior engineers and support team development

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

Requirements :

Degree qualified in Environmental Science, Geology, Civil Engineering, or similar

Minimum 5 years' experience in a geo-environmental consultancy role

Strong technical knowledge of contaminated land, ground conditions, and site investigation techniques

Experience with risk assessment tools and remediation planning

Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer :

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Legal Information :

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.