Permanent
Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer
Matchtech
Oldham
Posted: 08 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 07 November 2026
Ref: 225704675
Our client, an established consultancy operating across the geo-environmental and ground investigation sectors, is seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join its Greater Manchester office on a permanent basis. This is an opportunity for a technically capable professional with a strong geology background to manage projects, support business development and contribute to the growth of a successful consultancy team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, coordinate and oversee ground investigation and geo-environmental projects from tender stage through to completion
- Manage project delivery, budgets, timescales, contracts and commercial performance
- Prepare and review desk studies, factual reports, interpretative assessments and other technical documentation
- Provide technical input into tenders, quotations and pre-qualification questionnaires
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients and identify new business opportunities
- Support the delivery of high standards in health and safety, environmental protection and quality assurance
- Mentor and support engineers, junior staff and site-based teams
- Contribute to the continual improvement of business processes and professional services
Job Requirements:
- Significant experience in ground investigation, geo-environmental consultancy or a related discipline
- Degree qualification in Geology, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering or a related subject
- Strong understanding of geology, contaminated land and ground conditions
- Experience producing technical and interpretative geo-environmental reports
- Proven project management and client liaison abilities
- Commercial awareness, strong organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills
- Chartered status with the Geological Society, or a commitment to working towards Chartership
Benefits:
- 24 days'' annual leave, increasing to 29 days with length of service, plus eight UK bank holidays
- Six per cent contributory pension following successful completion of the probation period
- Hybrid working, with up to two days working from home
- Company mobile phone and laptop
- Holiday Buy-Back Scheme
- Two paid volunteer days to support a registered charity of choice
- Clear progression from Senior to Principal Engineer, with further development opportunities
- Professional development and support towards Chartership
The role is based in Greater Manchester and follows working hours of 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. If you are an experienced Geo-Environmental Engineer seeking a senior position with increased project responsibility, client exposure and career progression, apply now.
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