BakerHicks
Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer
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Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to join BakerHicks, supporting the expansion of our Land Quality and Geo-Environmental capability across the UK.
Whether located in London or Motherwell, you will play a crucial role in strengthening our regional presence. In London, this involves establishing and growing a team, while in Motherwell, you will contribute to the continuous development of our expanding capability.
The Team and Projects
- Projects: Infrastructure, aviation, nuclear, life sciences, and public sector
- Work exposure: Varied and technically engaging assignments
- Business structure: Part of a multidisciplinary business
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Geo-Environmental and Ground Engineering outputs across project lifecycles
- Prepare and review Phase 1 Desk Studies and Conceptual Site Models
- Prepare and review Phase 2 interpretative reports and risk assessments
- Undertake ground gas risk assessments in line with BS8485 and CIRIA guidance
- Prepare Remediation Method Statements
- Specify and support ground investigations, including laboratory testing
- Review technical work produced by junior engineers and graduates
- Support and mentor early-career team members
- Attend client meetings and site visits
- Review subcontractor reports for technical quality and compliance
- Manage project budgets, timelines, and delivery expectations
- Contribute to the development of Geo-Environmental services
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Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience within a Geo-Environmental or Engineering Consultancy at Engineer or Senior Engineer level
- Chartered membership (SocEnv, Geological Society, CIWEM, or similar)
- Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Applied Geology, or related discipline
- Experience delivering Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports and risk assessments
- Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques and sampling methods
- Familiarity with current UK standards and guidance
- Commercial awareness including budgets and delivery timelines
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable Experience
- Materials Management Plans
- Knowledge of soil classification tools such as HazWasteOnline or WM3
- Input to fee proposals
- Sector experience in aviation, infrastructure, nuclear, or life sciences
What This Role Offers
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing Geo-Environmental team
- Involvement in establishing a presence in London or strengthening a team in Motherwell
- A mix of technical delivery, mentoring, and team development
- Exposure to a wide range of projects across the UK
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Security Clearance
Many positions at BakerHicks are subject to security clearance requirements. The successful candidate must possess and maintain the appropriate security clearance or assurance level as per client and sector national security obligations.
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About BakerHicks
Founded in 1957, BakerHicks is an engineering and design consultancy with 14 locations throughout a pan-European footprint. For more about our company story, visit About | BakerHicks.
Benefits
- Networking opportunities: Runs alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry.
- Office spaces: Applying, friendly, and comfortable with easy access by car or public transport.
Classic Benefit Pillar Standard Packages include:
- Company car or cash allowance
- Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
- Life assurance scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus the ability to purchase additional leave
- Discount schemes (including gym memberships, mobile phones, etc.)
- Flexible/hybrid working
- Family-friendly policies
- Employee assistance programs
- Career development opportunities enshrined
BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive atmosphere. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout our organization. Applicants are assessed solely based on individual merit and qualifications.
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