Geo-Environmental Engineer

Description

Technical Skills - Current Expectations

Competence Levels:

Competent: Able to work independently and supervise others

Experienced: Able to work alone with limited oversight

Knowledgeable: Basic understanding with limited hands-on experience, requiring close supervision

Appreciation: Minimal exposure and understandingRequired Skills & Experience:

Typically a minimum of three years' experience within the geo-environmental sector, confident working both independently and as part of a wider team

Competent in planning, organising, and supervising ground investigations using a range of intrusive methods for both contaminated land and geotechnical projects

Competent in producing exploratory hole logs, sample testing schedules, and accurate site drawings

Competent in preparing factual ground investigation reports

Experienced in designing and managing larger-scale ground investigation projects

Confident in client-facing roles, including explaining technical matters to non-technical audiences

Experienced in delivering Phase 1 Desk Studies and Phase 2 Intrusive Investigation Reports

Experienced in end‑to‑end project management, from planning through delivery

Knowledge or experience with GIS and CAD software packages

Knowledge or experience in contaminated land assessment (GQRA) and ground gas risk assessment

Knowledge of coal mining risk assessments

Knowledge of validation and verification of remediation measures, including clean cover systems and gas membrane installations

Knowledge of mentoring and instructing junior staff

Appreciation of quote preparation and financial aspects of project management

Appreciation of general civil engineering and construction processes

Appreciation of foundation design considerations and geotechnical requirements

Day-to-Day Responsibilities May Include:

Coordinating, supervising, and overseeing ground investigation works, including subsequent monitoring and remediation activities

Project management, including budgeting and financial tracking

Ensuring compliance xjnqpsq with health and safety standards during all field-based operations

Accurate recording of site data, and presenting findings clearly and concisely

Collecting and scheduling soil, rock, and groundwater samples for environmental and geotechnical laboratory testing

Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, both on-site and in-office

Preparing client deliverables such as:

Environmental risk assessments

Remediation recommendations

Foundation design suggestions

Coal mining risk assessments

Supporting senior staff with the preparation of reports, drawings, conceptual models, and fee proposals

Providing training and guidance to junior team members

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