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:
1. Visiting sites to carry out, inspect and/or supervise trial pitting, soak-away testing, supervising borehole investigations, verification of capping etc.
2. Supervising construction works which may include inspecting foundations, drilling and grouting of mine workings, earthworks or remediation of contaminated sites.
3. Producing Phase 1 and Phase 2 site geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation reports.
4. Preparing coal mining risk assessments, earthworks strategies, verification reports etc.
5. Advising on geotechnical parameters for foundation design, slope stability, and settlement etc.
6. Carrying out detailed quantitative risk assessments
7. Liaising with clients, regulators, site teams, and other internal departments
8. Mentoring and supporting Graduate and Junior Engineers
Experience required for this Senior Geotechnical/Geo-environmental Engineer role are:
9. A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience in a geotechnical or geo-environmental role
10. A relevant degree in Geology, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related Earth Science discipline (ideally MSc qualified)
11. Progress toward professional membership with the Geological Society, ICE, or a similar professional body
12. Experience managing site investigations and reporting to industry standards
13. The ability to manage projects independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders
14. Proven experience in producing Phase 1 and Phase 2 site investigation reports, providing clear and practical guidance to clients based on findings.
15. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided)
The benefits for this Senior Geotechnical/Geo-environmental Engineer role are:
16. Competitive salary dependant on experience with bi-annual reviews
17. 4% employer pension contribution
18. Life insurance (2x salary)
19. Enhanced sick pay scheme
20. Up to 26 days holiday plus the ability to purchase 3 extra days
21. Flexible working hour
22. Health cash plan
23. Cycle to work scheme
24. Regular social events and team activities
This role offers long-term career progression and the chance to make a real impact on meaningful engineering projects across the UK.