Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer in Leeds

JPG is an employee-owned firm of technical specialists working across all aspects of Civil, Structural and Geoenvironmental Engineering within the built environment. JPG is a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering commercial and technical excellence to our clients in the UK, across all market sectors. To meet our increasing workload and expanding client base we are currently seeking an enthusiastic experienced Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer with between 5 and 10 years of relevant experience to join our team in Leeds to deliver projects across the UK. The successful candidate will also provide technical support to our Infrastructure and Structural Engineering teams.

Requirements

• A relevant science or engineering degree (e.g. geology, environmental science, civil engineering).
• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science or other relevant subject is desirable.
• Working to, or achieved chartered status with Geological Society, CIWEM, CIEH or similar.
• At least five years relevant post-graduate experience, either with an engineering consultancy or ground investigation contractor.

Responsibilities

• Lead in delivering technical reports (Phase I and II) providing geoenvironmental design input, primarily to built-environment projects.
• Designing and costing ground investigation projects and providing both office and site-based management of all aspects of intrusive works.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
• Proactive liaison with clients, stakeholders, regulators, sub-contractors and other members of the design team.
• Ensuring that all work is delivered in line with JPG procedures and policies and to the highest safety, health and environmental standards.
• Contaminated land and/or geotechnical focus, with experience in hands-on management of site investigation works.
• Must be able to log soil and rock to current standards and schedule laboratory analysis/testing for soil and water samples.
• Demonstrable knowledge of remediation options appraisals and strategies.
• Demonstrable knowledge of engineering geology and foundation design.
• Demonstrable knowledge of detailed human health and/or controlled waters assessments (DQRA) is desirable.
• Highly numerate, with ability to understand and manage large datasets.
• Capability of producing written reports to the highest standard, with a focus on attention to detail and presentation of technical information clearly and concisely.
• Works well in a team environment with excellent communication skills as well as being able to work autonomously / independently.
• Strong focus on health and safety.
• Valid driving licence.
• Willingness to work away from home for extended periods of time.
• Right to work in the UK without restriction.

Personal Qualities

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and committed team player.
• Reliable.
• In depth knowledge of the construction industry and a passion for the built environment.

Salary and Benefits

• Market Leading Salary.
• Young, growing dynamic team.
• JPG is an employee-owned business and as such all staff have the ability to have equity share ownership options.
• Owing to the above ability to pay tax free bonus – subject to business performance.
• Fantastic office location on the outskirts of the city centre, 1 minute from the motorway network. Free Parking available at the office.
• Ability to participate in networking events and attend business development functions and promote the business externally.
• Flexible Working Day- Core Hours 8:30 – 5:00 – with flexibility of 1 hour either side (common sense flexibility).
• Flexible lunch period- 1hr between 12-2pm.
• Company vehicle/car allowance provided depending on role.
• Company funded employee counselling support service available.
• Min 25 days leave + Bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Ability to sell back unused holidays.
• Support and financing of professional qualifications.
• JPG will cover professional subscription fees of one Institution.
• Company ICE mentoring scheme in place.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV to susanne.rook@jpg.group

Equal Opportunities

At JPG Group we believe in encouraging and fostering Equal Opportunities and Diversity, ensuring that all our job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, religious beliefs, sex, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, civil partnership status and disability. All job applicants will be considered solely on their ability to do the job. Interview questions will not be of a discriminatory nature.