Location
London
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
26/04/2026
Closing date
17/05/2026
Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer
London
£40,000 - £45,000
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer to join a growing and dynamic environmental and geotechnical consultancy in London. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional looking to take ownership of complex projects while supporting the development of a talented team.
The Role
As a Senior Geoenvironmental Engineer, you will lead the delivery of a wide range of contaminated land and environmental assessment projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors. You will play a key role in managing projects from initial site assessment through to remediation and validation.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing and delivering Phase 1 and Phase 2 environmental site assessments
* Designing and supervising ground investigations, including soil and groundwater sampling
* Conducting contaminated land risk assessments (human health, groundwater, and gas)
* Developing and overseeing remediation strategies and verification works
* Liaising with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency
* Preparing and reviewing high-quality technical reports
* Managing project budgets, timelines, and resources
* Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development
Requirements
* Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline
* Strong experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation
* Good understanding of UK environmental legislation and guidance
* Experience with risk assessment tools (e.g. CLEA, GasSim or similar)
* Chartered status (or working towards) with a relevant professional body
* Excellent communication and project management skills
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package
* Exposure to a broad and technically challenging project portfolio
* Clear progression into senior leadership roles
* Ongoing professional development and chartership support
* Flexible and supportive working environment