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Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Salary

£45000 - £55000 per annum

Sector

Geotechnical & Environmental

Type

Permanent

Ref

38184_1757957230

Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer - Leading UK Engineering Consultancy

If you are an experienced Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer or a Senior, looking to step up into a leading Engineering Consultancy, this is an opportunity to join a well-established and expanding team. In a predominantly office-based position focused on interpretive reporting and technical assessment, within the most complex and challenging contaminated land spaces in the UK. Offering the perfect opportunity for a senior professional to advance their career while working on high-profile infrastructure projects across diverse sectors.

Key Principal Geo-Environmental Engineer Responsibilities:

  • Lead interpretive reporting on third-party ground investigations - no fieldwork requirements
  • Conduct Generic Quantitative Risk Assessments (GQRA) and contaminated land assessments
  • Develop conceptual site models and provide technical guidance on environmental risk management
  • Mentor junior staff and provide technical oversight on complex projects
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, and environmental specialists
  • Engage in client liaison and business development activities

Project Sectors:

  • Major infrastructure developments including roads, bridges, railways, and flood defences
  • Industrial, commercial, and residential developments
  • Brownfield remediation and earthworks projects
  • Mining legacy assessments and management
  • Petrochemical facilities with geotechnical risk management
  • Water-related projects including drainage and environmental impact assessments

What's On Offer For Principal Geo-Environmental Engineers:

  • Comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme and healthcare plan
  • Hybrid working arrangements with flexible office attendance
  • Significant professional development opportunities and continuing education support
  • Career progression to Associate and Partner levels within established structure
  • Variety of Performance bonuses
  • Opportunity to work on prestigious national infrastructure projects

Why This Principal Geo-Environmental Engineering Role?

This position offers the ideal opportunity for an experienced geo-environmental professional to step into a senior leadership role within a well-established consultancy. You'll be working exclusively on interpretive analysis and technical reporting - no ground investigation fieldwork required - allowing you to focus on high-level technical assessment and client advisory services.

The role provides exposure to diverse project sectors from major infrastructure developments to complex brownfield regeneration, working alongside experienced Partners and contributing to strategic business growth.

Ready to advance your career with a leading engineering consultancy?

Get in touch with Alex at Calibre Search Manchester - // 0161 660 2360

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