The Role As a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer at Sanctus, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering complex geo-environmental consultancy, site investigation, and remediation projects across the UK. This is a senior, hands-on role that blends technical leadership with project delivery, offering genuine influence over how projects are designed, managed, and executed.You will lead the technical and operational delivery of investigations and remediation schemes, support tendering activity, and ensure full compliance with environmental legislation and permitting requirements. Crucially, you will also act as a mentor to the wider engineering team, helping to develop capability, confidence, and technical excellence across the business.This role is ideally suited to an experienced engineer who enjoys responsibility, variety, and the opportunity to directly influence both project outcomes and people development. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Leadership Lead the design, management, and delivery of geotechnical and geo-environmental ground investigations. Prepare, review, and approve a wide range of technical deliverables, including: Interpretative Ground Investigation Reports Remediation Strategies Materials Management Plans (MMPs) Environmental Permit and supporting applications Verification and Completion Reports Provide technical oversight and support to live remediation projects, ensuring: Remediation Strategies are implemented as agreed Verification requirements are met Permit and regulatory conditions are fully complied with Commercial & Pre-Construction Support Prepare and review technical content for tenders and pre-construction submissions. Provide technical input that supports competitive, compliant, and deliverable bids. Regulatory & Compliance Maintain awareness of emerging and evolving environmental legislation relevant to Sanctus' operations. Proactively identify compliance risks and support continuous improvement in environmental permitting and regulatory performance. People & Culture Mentor, support, and develop junior and mid-level engineers. Lead by example, demonstrating strong technical standards, professionalism, and a collaborative approach. Actively support Sanctus' ethos of internal development, recognising and nurturing talent within the team. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, regulators, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors. Provide clear, confident technical advice in both written and verbal formats. Qualifications & Experience Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in geo-environmental, environmental, or geotechnical engineering. Minimum 7+ years' experience in a geo-environmental or environmental engineering role. Strong experience across investigation, remediation, and regulatory interfaces. Attributes & Values Positive attitude with a strong desire to contribute, learn, and lead. Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and support others. High attention to detail and commitment to technical quality. Comfortable taking ownership and accountability. Natural leader who sets standards through action.Job Type: Full-timePay: £40,000.00-£65,000.00 per yearBenefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance Private medical insurance Sick payLicence/Certification: Full UK Driving Licence? (required)Work Location: In person