At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting Geo-Environmental projects and mentor early-career engineers.
- Company: Join BakerHicks, a forward-thinking company with a focus on growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company car, generous leave, and wellness discounts.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity and personal merit.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing team while working on diverse projects across the UK.
- Qualifications: Experience in Geo-Environmental consultancy and a relevant degree required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join Baker Hicks, supporting the expansion of our Land Quality and Geo-Environmental capability across the UK.
Whether based in London or Motherwell, you will play an important role in strengthening our regional presence.
In London, this includes helping establish and grow a team.
In Motherwell, you will contribute to the continued development of an expanding capability.
- Team and Projects
- Work across infrastructure, aviation, nuclear, life sciences and public sector projects
- Exposure to varied and technically engaging work
- Part of a wider multidisciplinary business
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Geo-Environmental and Ground Engineering outputs across project lifecycles
- Prepare and review Phase 1 Desk Studies and Conceptual Site Models
- Prepare and review Phase 2 interpretative reports and risk assessments
- Undertake ground gas risk assessments in line with BS8485 and CIRIA guidance
- Prepare Remediation Method Statements
- Specify and support ground investigations, including laboratory testing
- Review technical work produced by junior engineers and graduates
- Support and mentor early-career team members
- Attend client meetings and site visits
- Review subcontractor reports for technical quality and compliance
- Manage project budgets, timelines and delivery expectations
- Contribute to the development of Geo-Environmental services
Skills and Experience
- Experience within a Geo-Environmental or Engineering Consultancy at Engineer or Senior Engineer level
- Chartered membership (Soc Env, Geological Society, CIWEM or similar)
- Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Applied Geology or related discipline
- Experience delivering Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports and risk assessments
- Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques and sampling methods
- Familiarity with current UK standards and guidance
- Commercial awareness, including budgets and delivery timelines
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
- Full UK driving licence
- Soil classification tools such as Haz Waste Online or WM3
- Input to fee proposals
- Sector experience in aviation, infrastructure, nuclear or life sciences
- What This Role Offers
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing Geo-Environmental team
- Involvement in establishing a presence in London or strengthening a team in Motherwell
- A mix of technical delivery, mentoring and team development
- Exposure to a wide range of projects across the UK
Benefits
- Company car or cash allowance
- Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
- 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
- Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
- Family friendly policies
- Employee assistance
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If you are looking to take on a role with responsibility, variety and the opportunity to contribute to a growing team, we would like to hear from you.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.
In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.
Baker Hicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.
Baker Hicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.
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Senior/Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer London; Motherwell employer: Baker Hicks Limited
BakerHicks is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the UK's energy transition through impactful projects in the Utilities & Renewables sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, collaboration, and innovation, the company fosters a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from competitive rewards, professional development opportunities, and the chance to lead in a rapidly evolving industry, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
