Jobs in Ivybridge, england, uk

Job Title : Principal Or Senior Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer Location : Ivybridge, Devon Salary : Principal : £40,000 - £55,000 per annum Senior : £32,000 - £40,000 per annum Job Type : Full-time, Permanent with an initial six-month probation period Working hours : 37.5 hours / week - Monday to Friday (part time also considered) Are you looking for a new opportunity with an award-winning Engineering Consultancy where you can enjoy a relaxed, supportive working environment without compromising on the quality of projects you deliver? We seek a Principal or Senior Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our friendly team based in Ivybridge, Devon, working on a diverse range of exciting and complex Geotechnical and Contaminated Land projects across the beautiful Southwest region. The Role : The successful applicant will be responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and supporting junior team members in a range of geotechnical and environmental services, including : Planning, procuring, and managing ground investigations, including trial pits, boreholes, windowless sampling and in-situ testing Design and interpretation of geotechnical investigations to support structural and civil design Logging to BS5930 and sampling of soils, rocks, and groundwater Design and interpretation of contaminated land assessments and investigations, (Phase I to Phase IV) in line with current regulations and best practice Development of conceptual site models and quantitative risk assessments Environmental services including Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), Materials Management Plans (MMPs), Earthworks specifications and waste classification / management Ground gas and groundwater monitoring and interpretation Preparing and reviewing high-quality technical reports Ensuring all work is carried out in line with current H&S / CDM regulations and environmental permitting requirements Liaising with clients, regulators, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes Supporting cross-disciplinary collaboration with our civil and structural teams on integrated schemes. About You : Requirements : Educated to degree level in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline. Preferably have chartered status with an accredited body (not essential where candidates exhibit sufficient experience). Have a minimum 3-5 years' relevant experience in a Geotechnical or Geo environmental environment (less experience may be considered for the right candidate). Demonstrable experience managing site works and technical reporting. Strong knowledge of relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, and environmental legislation. Be capable of working individually or as part of a wider team as lead engineer or assisting others. Be conscientious with high standards, attention to detail and good written and oral communication skills. Be competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite. Keep up with industry innovations, undertake CPD to maintain a good knowledge of current construction & engineering practice. Have a full driving licence. Beneficial but not essential : Working knowledge of Holebase, AutoCAD, and GIS mapping software (QGIS or Arc GIS). Hold a current CSCS card. What we offer : JGP has an open and friendly working atmosphere and are committed to the training, mentoring and development of its engineers. You will be part of an organisation in which you make a difference, and work directly on projects providing high quality, innovative and value engineered solutions that solve real world problems. You will be part of a positive and collaborative workplace, where you are a valued member of the team, and where your contribution and ideas are encouraged from the start. Benefits : 28 days contractual holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays, Company Pension. Training : JGP supports employees towards gaining chartership. Our engineers benefit from regular in-house training sessions, mentoring, and funded opportunities for external courses and industry events. We provide in-house CPD covering both technical and soft skills, alongside clear career progression paths to help you grow and thrive within a supportive, collaborative environment. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of : Geotechnical Consultant, Geoenvironmental Engineer, Land Consultant, Contaminated Land Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Geotechnical Engineering, Project Manager, Environmental Project Manager, Earth Science, Environmental Science Engineer may also be considered for this role. ADZN1_UKTJ