Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer
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Company Description
Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer
Location: St Helens, UK (Hybrid) | Discipline: Brownfield / Ground Engineering
Type: Full-Time | Seniority: Mid-Senior Level
Build the Future from the Ground Up.
At Ayesa, we design sustainable infrastructure that transforms communities - and it all starts beneath the surface. We're looking for a driven and technically strong Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our expanding Geotechnical & Brownfield Land team in the UK.
In this role, you'll manage and deliver ground investigation projects, lead contaminated land risk assessments, and contribute to the regeneration of complex brownfield sites - all while supporting junior engineers and maintaining high environmental and safety standards.
Position
What You'll Be Doing
Project & Technical Leadership
• Manage and deliver brownfield land assessments and ground investigations
• Plan and supervise fieldwork and monitoring campaigns
• Design and validate Phase 1, 2 & 3 reports, risk assessments, and remediation strategies
• Prepare Human Health and Controlled Waters GQRAs and Gas Risk Assessments
Collaboration & Mentorship
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Review and approve technical reports and deliverables
• Work closely with clients, regulators, and cross-disciplinary teams
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Commercial & Quality Management
• Lead project financial management and reporting
• Support pricing, tendering, and work-winning activities
• Ensure adherence to health & safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Human Health and Controlled Waters GQRAs and Gas Risk Assessments.
• Mentoring and training junior staff.
• Writing, checking and reviewing reports.
• Effectively communicate with clients, colleagues and outside agencies.
Requirements
What You Bring
Essential Skills & Experience
BSc or MSc in Geology, Earth Sciences, or Environmental Science
3-6 years of experience in brownfield or geo-environmental engineering
Solid understanding of UK/EU environmental and geotechnical regulations
Strong background in contaminated land risk assessments and remediation
Site investigation planning, supervision, and data interpretation skills
Clear, concise technical report writing
Confident communicator with excellent time and project management skills
Desirable
Knowledge of geotechnical engineering and integration into infrastructure design
Understanding of GIS, environmental modelling tools, or remediation software
Commitment to CPD and working toward Chartership
Manage junior members to achieve project objectives on time and within budget.
Is committed to Continued Professional Development and remains up-to-date with current developments in the industry.
Other information
What's in It for You
Competitive Salary & Performance-Based Bonuses
Hybrid Work Model (2-3 days from home)
Flexible Hours 37.5 per week (Core: 10am-4pm Mon-Thu, 10am-3pm Fri)
Pension Matching & Financial Planning Support
Income Protection & Life Assurance
Professional Development and Chartership Support
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Sustainability & Innovation-Focused Culture
Socials, Recognition Awards & Wellbeing Initiatives
Generous Annual Leave with Additional Days Based on Service
We're Inclusive by Design
Ayesa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background or neurodiversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and stronger outcomes. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for learning, development, and progression across our organisation.