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Posted 15 August, 2026

Environmental Engineer

FindCore
Sheffield, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with the recruitment of a Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer.

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Permanent position. This role will be based at the company’s Sheffield office, with travel to sites across Yorkshire and surrounding areas where required.

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This is a technical position with a clear pathway towards Technical Director / Director level.

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Salary

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Competitive salary, depending on experience + twice-yearly salary reviews + additional benefits

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Lead geo-environmental, contaminated land and geotechnical projects from inception through to completion.
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  • Design, procure and supervise site investigations and remediation works.
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  • Interpret factual and interpretative ground investigation data.
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  • Prepare and review Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports, remediation strategies and verification reports.
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  • Undertake and review generic and detailed quantitative risk assessments.
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  • Manage project budgets, programmes and resources.
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  • Provide technical leadership and quality assurance across the team.
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  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
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  • Support business development, bids and tenders.
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  • Mentor and develop junior Engineers and Graduates.
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  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
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Skills & Experience

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  • Degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.
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  • Strong UK consultancy experience within geo-environmental engineering, contaminated land or geotechnical engineering.
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  • Good technical knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation and guidance.
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  • Experience managing multiple projects and supporting project teams.
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  • Strong report-writing and technical-review skills.
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  • Commercially aware with confident client-facing abilities.
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  • Experience mentoring or supporting junior professionals.
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  • Chartered status with the Geological Society, ICE or similar would be highly advantageous.
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  • Full UK driving licence.
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What’s on Offer

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  • Competitive salary with twice-yearly salary reviews.
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  • Clear progression towards Technical Director / Director level.
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  • Flexible start and finish times.
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  • Early finish on Fridays.
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  • Ongoing CPD and professional-development support.
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  • Support towards professional accreditation and chartership.
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  • Paid study leave and funding for approved professional examinations.
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  • 4% contributory pension scheme.
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  • Life insurance of twice annual salary.
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  • Enhanced sick pay.
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  • Discounted health cash plan.
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  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
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  • Regular company social events.
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  • Opportunity to lead high-profile projects across residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure and regeneration sectors.
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For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs, please apply via the link below or contact FindCore in the strictest confidence.