Mentor and develop junior and mid-level geotechnical engineers
Prepare high-quality technical reports including interpretative ground investigation reports, controlled waters and human health risk assessments, and remedial strategies.
Support the Ground Investigation teams with geoenvironmental advice, support and training
Use of company vehicles for site visits
Manage and oversee project delivery including quality assurance, technical reporting, and budget control
Provide technical leadership and direction on complex geoenvironmental projects
Prepare consultation and advise and prepare reports for complex geoenvironmental projects, including those requiring CLR modelling and DQRA.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, providing expert consultancy and strategic advice
Develop conceptual site models and undertake qualitative and quantitative risk assessments (CLEA, P20, S4ULs, etc.).Basement Impact Assessments (BIA)
Requirements
chartered
bsc
msc
gis
site investigation
5+ years
Leadership and mentoring capabilities
Chartered status (or working toward) with a relevant professional body (e.g., CGeol, CEnv, CIWEM, ICE)
Proven experience in site investigation design, implementation, and supervision
Familiarity with environmental software (e.g., HoleBASE, GIS, EnviroINSITE, or similar) is advantageous.
BSc (minimum) in Geology, Environmental Science, Geography, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of UK contaminated land legislation, guidance, and standards (e.g., CLR11, Land Contamination: Risk Management (LCRM), BS10175, BS5930).
MSc or relevant post-graduate qualification (desirable)
Strong reporting and data interpretation skills
Minimum 5 years experience in geoenvironmental consultancy
Benefits
Company profit sharing scheme
Private health insurance
Paid travel and expenses
25 days annual leave (full time employment entitlement) plus bank holidays
Competitive salary
Paid professional membership of a chartership body.
Mentoring programme for progression to chartership
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1992
Year of establishment
The company was established in Northamptonshire.
Rooted in geotechnical and geo‑environmental consultancy, it blends soil science with pragmatic fieldwork.
Typical projects span from London commercial builds to beach investigations in North Scotland and solar‑farm groundwork.
Specialised services include ground investigations, contamination assessments, and structural fabric surveys.
They’ve pioneered techniques like pressuremeter testing, enabling leaner foundations and cost savings.
Collaborations with Cambridge Insitu and engineering teams have led to innovative insights on complex foundations.
Notable work includes investigation for Google’s UK HQ triple‑storey basement and Ironstone legacy land studies.
Culture + Values
Owner‑managed private company specialising in ground related risk management
Pragmatic and practical approach to design, undertake and report investigations
Collaboration with clients, decision makers and data users for cost‑effective investigations
Nationwide operations from four offices, occasional overseas projects
Career development through training, mentoring, buddy system and open‑door leadership
Flexible working: 'move away from the fixed pattern of 9 am–5 pm' for graduates
Environment + Sustainability
Effective waste‑soil management to conserve landfill space and reduce methane emissions
Re‑use or repurpose surplus soil to cut greenhouse gas emissions and transport fuel use
Materials Management Plans minimise waste and reduce disposal costs
Support earthworks and materials management for sustainable solar‑farm development
Contribute to circular economy by preserving soil and lowering carbon footprint