At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in delivering high-quality Ground Investigation projects.
- Company: Join a reputable multidisciplinary consultancy based in Manchester.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days leave, private health insurance, and profit sharing.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of mentorship and professional development with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in environmental engineering while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in the industry, relevant degree, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Fantastic career opportunity at this leading, reputable Medium-sized Multidisciplinary Consultancy. The role is based in Manchester.
Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy providing a range of services, including geotechnical, geo-environmental, desk studies, and ground investigations across a range of sectors. We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Geo-Environmental Engineer to lead their Ground Investigation team in Manchester. You will be leading a small team of engineers to deliver high quality Ground Investigation projects of varying scale and complexity. Supported by our geotechnical and land quality specialists, you will be providing technical excellence and sustainable solutions to our clients across a broad range of industries and developments. The Ground Investigation teams are multidisciplinary, covering factual reporting, contaminated land risk assessments and geotechnical appraisal. A good basis in these topics as well as a track record of managing people and demonstrable leadership skills is essential.
This company takes pride in its investment in leadership, diversity and continued professional development, with training and mentoring integral to their work. They actively encourage CPD and you will be supported towards relevant charterships or accreditations to support your areas of interest and specialities.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Ground Investigation team in Manchester, managing a small group of engineers.
- Deliver high-quality Ground Investigation projects of varying scale and complexity.
- Provide technical excellence and sustainable solutions to clients across diverse industries and developments.
- Collaborate with geotechnical and land quality specialists to support project delivery.
- Oversee multidisciplinary tasks, including factual reporting, contaminated land risk assessment, and geotechnical appraisal.
- Manage and mentor team members, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
- Conduct occasional fieldwork, including training and site visits (approximately 20% of the role).
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards during site activities.
- Support professional development within the team, including training and mentoring.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years in relevant industry
- A relevant degree
- Relevant chartership or working towards it
- A good understanding of land contamination risk assessment
- A good understanding of geotechnical analysis
- Good communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proactive and positive attitude
- Problem solving ability
- Demonstrable management, leadership and mentoring skills
- Full driving licence
On offer
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave (full time employment entitlement) plus bank holidays
- Private health insurance
- Paid travel and expenses
- Mentoring programme for progression to chartership
- Paid professional membership of a chartership body
- Use of company vehicles for site visits
- Company profit sharing scheme
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Lead Geo-environmental Engineer – Ground Investigation Team employer: Jobijoba
Join a dynamic and supportive team at this reputable medium-sized multidisciplinary consultancy in Manchester, where your leadership as a Lead Geo-environmental Engineer will be valued. With a strong commitment to professional development, including mentoring and support for chartership, you will thrive in a culture that prioritises diversity and technical excellence. Enjoy competitive benefits such as private health insurance, generous annual leave, and a profit-sharing scheme, all while contributing to meaningful projects across various industries.
