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Principal/Associate Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Engineer: Superb opportunity at a well-established and friendly, SME Geo-Environmental Consultancy. This role is based in Milton Keynes.
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Overview
Our client is a well-established and friendly Geoenvironmental and Geotechnical company providing a full range of services nationwide, including contaminated land assessment and remediation, ground and site investigation, and landfill monitoring and permitting.
They are seeking a technically exceptional and driven engineer ready to lead, mentor, and make a real difference on their growing team in Milton Keynes. This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead technical delivery, mentor a skilled team, and contribute strategically to the success of their projects and business.
A through technical understanding of contaminated land legislation and consultancy would be required. As would be an understanding of interpretative geotechnical report writing. A working understanding of the EIA process and reporting advantageous. This role has excellent long-term progression.
Responsibilities
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Acting as a deputy for the Managing Director
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Leading and mentoring a team of 6+ engineers and technicians
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Demonstrating high technical competence in geo-environmental, geotechnical and site investigation work
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Managing projects from inception to completion, including client liaison and cost control
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Conducting Contaminated Land Risk Assessments (Stage 1–3)
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Delivering combined geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations
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Scheduling appropriate laboratory testing (contamination, waste classification, geotechnical)
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Designing and validating remediation schemes
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Writing high-quality interpretative geo-environmental and geotechnical reports
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Performing infiltration testing in accordance with current standards
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Upholding and promoting best-in-class HSEQ practices
Requirements
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Minimum 15 years’ background in ground investigation and geo-environmental consultancy
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Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering); a related Master’s degree is advantageous
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Chartered (or close to) with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIWEM, IEMA, GeolSoc, ICE)
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Strong understanding of contaminated land legislation, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements
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Competent in writing interpretative geotechnical reports
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Familiarity with the EIA process and environmental planning considerations is beneficial
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Proven track record in mentoring junior staff and managing technical teams
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Full clean UK driving licence
On offer
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Salary £55,000 - £70,000
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Company vehicle or allowance
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Salary sacrifice options
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Pension scheme
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Retention bonus after 6 months
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
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Supportive, close-knit team culture with real career development opportunities
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To apply for the position of Principal/Associate Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Engineer, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).
Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.
All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.
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