Geo-Environmental Engineer in Manchester

We are seeking a motivated, adaptable and enthusiastic individual to join a successful and growing Geo‑environmental division. The role offers a supportive and rewarding working environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their skills, take ownership of their work and reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will be a proactive problem‑solver who is keen to expand their technical knowledge, learn new skills and respond positively to challenges. You will take pride in delivering practical solutions for clients and will work within a collaborative team culture that supports innovation, shared learning and the successful delivery of diverse projects.

The role involves a combination of office‑ and site‑based work, supporting the delivery of development schemes across the UK for a range of public and private sector clients. As part of the geo‑environmental team, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects and undertake tasks including ground investigations, environmental sampling, technical reporting, environmental risk assessment and remediation support.

You will benefit from an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where professional development is actively encouraged. This role offers genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing and well‑established consultancy.

• Undertake desk studies and preliminary risk assessments.
• Carry out field‑based work across the UK, including the site management of ground investigations and associated activities, with a strong emphasis on health and safety management and documentation.
• Collect site characterisation data, including soil and groundwater sampling, logging soils to the relevant British Standards and undertaking appropriate in‑situ testing.
• Coordinate environmental sampling, including management of sample records and scheduling of laboratory analysis.
• Compile site data for factual reporting and prepare interpretive reports, including the development of conceptual site models and completion of generic risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across other technical disciplines to maintain the integrity of overall project delivery.
• Produce high‑quality project outputs, including reports, specifications and supporting documentation, ensuring they meet or exceed client expectations and comply with relevant standards and codes of practice.
• Develop effective working relationships with Project Managers and clients, ensuring clear communication of project progress, changes and issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the services delivered by the business, the client's operational requirements and the wider industry sector to support effective networking and professional credibility.

• BSc qualification (or higher) in Geology, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Entry‑level experience working on geo‑environmental or geotechnical projects.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a local, office‑based team to deliver projects within tight timescales and budgets.
• Experience of site‑based work, including supervising contractors such as drilling teams.
• Ability to log soil and bedrock in accordance with current standards.
• Competent technical report writer with some knowledge of Phase 1 and Phase 2 environmental reporting.
• Awareness of the risks associated with geo‑environmental investigations, including health and safety, technical and commercial considerations.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. Geological Society of London, SoBRA, IES or similar).
• Full clean UK manual driving licence, a valid passport and the right to work in the UK.

The company is committed to recruiting and retaining high‑quality professionals and offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual review.
• Company‑matched pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Extensive training opportunities and supported continuing professional development (CPD).
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and legal support services.
• Supported opportunities for volunteering and community engagement.
• Regular team‑building events held outside the office.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Free seasonal flu vaccinations.
• On‑site parking.