Job Description
An established geotechnical and environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their growing team based in Northamptonshire. This is a permanent, full-time position offering the opportunity to lead and manage complex ground investigation and environmental assessment projects across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, landfill, infrastructure, and industrial developments.\n\nThe successful candidate will take a senior role in project delivery, client liaison, and technical oversight. You will support and mentor junior staff, ensure quality standards across project stages, and be actively involved in producing high-quality interpretive reports and remediation strategies.\n\nSenior Geo-Environmental Engineer Key Responsibilities\n\nManage and oversee ground investigations, including scoping, fieldwork supervision, and project delivery\nPrepare technical reports such as Phase I & II assessments, CMRAs, earthworks strategies, and remedial method statements\nLiaise with clients, regulators, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution and compliance\nMentor and guide graduate and junior engineers, supporting their technical development\nReview and interpret geotechnical and environmental data and contribute to commercial decision-making\nTravel to sites across the UK as required, including occasional overnight stays Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer Job Requirements\n\nA minimum of 6 years' experience in geo-environmental or geotechnical engineering Degree (BSc minimum) in Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a closely related subject\nProven track record in project management, reporting, and team leadership\nStrong understanding of contaminated land assessment, remediation, and ground risk interpretation\nFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel\nExcellent communication and report-writing skills\nConfident working independently and within a collaborative team environment Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer Salary & Benefits\n\nCompetitive salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)\n£24 daily bonus for fieldwork and £50 overnight stay bonus\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays\nCompany pension scheme\nRegular CPD and structured career development support\nMentoring from chartered professionals\nOpportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects nationwide\nSupportive and inclusive team cultureBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.\n\nWe are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for