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Principal/Associate Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Engineer: Superb opportunity at a well-established and friendly, SME Geo-Environmental Consultancy. This role is based in Milton Keynes.

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Overview

Acting as a deputy for the Managing Director
Leading and mentoring a team of 6+ engineers and technicians
Demonstrating high technical competence in geo-environmental, geotechnical and site investigation work
Managing projects from inception to completion, including client liaison and cost control
Conducting Contaminated Land Risk Assessments (Stage 1–3)
Delivering combined geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations
Scheduling appropriate laboratory testing (contamination, waste classification, geotechnical)
Designing and validating remediation schemes
Writing high-quality interpretative geo-environmental and geotechnical reports
Performing infiltration testing in accordance with current standards
Upholding and promoting best-in-class HSEQ practices

Minimum 15 years’ background in ground investigation and geo-environmental consultancy
Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering); a related Master’s degree is advantageous
Chartered (or close to) with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIWEM, IEMA, GeolSoc, ICE)
Strong understanding of contaminated land legislation, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements
Competent in writing interpretative geotechnical reports
Familiarity with the EIA process and environmental planning considerations is beneficial
Proven track record in mentoring junior staff and managing technical teams
Full clean UK driving licence

Salary £55,000 - £70,000
Company vehicle or allowance
Salary sacrifice options
Pension scheme
Retention bonus after 6 months
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Supportive, close-knit team culture with real career development opportunities

To apply for the position of Principal/Associate Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Engineer, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).

Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.

All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.