Job Description
Senior Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer
A respected, multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer to join their growing ground engineering team. With a broad project portfolio across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
As a Senior Engineer, you'll manage and deliver a range of geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigations from inception through to reporting and client liaison.
The key responsibilities for this Senior Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer are :
- Visiting sites to carry out, inspect and / or supervise trial pitting, soak-away testing, supervising borehole investigations, verification of capping etc.
- Supervising construction works which may include inspecting foundations, drilling and grouting of mine workings, earthworks or remediation of contaminated sites.
- Producing Phase 1 and Phase 2 site geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation reports.
- Preparing coal mining risk assessments, earthworks strategies, verification reports etc.
- Advising on geotechnical parameters for foundation design, slope stability, and settlement etc.
- Carrying out detailed quantitative risk assessments
- Liaising with clients, regulators, site teams, and other internal departments
- Mentoring and supporting Graduate and Junior Engineers
Experience required for this Senior Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer role are :
A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience in a geotechnical or geo-environmental roleA relevant degree in Geology, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related Earth Science discipline (ideally MSc qualified)Progress toward professional membership with the Geological Society, ICE, or a similar professional bodyExperience managing site investigations and reporting to industry standardsThe ability to manage projects independently and communicate effectively with stakeholdersProven experience in producing Phase 1 and Phase 2 site investigation reports, providing clear and practical guidance to clients based on findings.A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided)The benefits for this Senior Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer role are :
Competitive salary dependant on experience with bi-annual reviews4% employer pension contributionLife insurance (2x salary)Enhanced sick pay schemeUp to 26 days holiday plus the ability to purchase 3 extra daysFlexible working hourHealth cash planCycle to work schemeRegular social events and team activitiesThis role offers long-term career progression and the chance to make a real impact on meaningful engineering projects across the UK.