Lead Project Engineer

We are proud to represent a respected Geotechnical/Geo-environmental consultancy based in Warwick, currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer with approximately 5-7 years of relevant industry experience. This role will suit an experienced professional looking to take on greater technical responsibility and lead on the delivery of complex site investigation and reporting work. The successful candidate will be primarily office-based but will still spend time on site as needed, particularly during project mobilisation and QA/QC phases. You will work closely with junior staff, technical leads and clients to deliver projects efficiently, manage workloads, contribute to reporting, and help shape project strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a more senior delivery and leadership role within a highly regarded, technically strong consultancy. Lead Project Engineer Job Requirements Full UK driving licence (essential) BSc (or higher) in Geology, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science or related field Around 5-7 years' experience within a geotechnical and/or geo-environmental consultancy Strong understanding of UK ground conditions and relevant investigation techniques Experience overseeing fieldwork, including health & safety, site logistics, and supervision Competence in producing detailed technical reports (factual and interpretive) Project management skills, including programming, scheduling, and cost control Excellent communication skills, with ability to liaise confidently with clients, regulators and subcontractors Ability to support and mentor junior team members Lead Project Engineer Salary & Benefits Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum, depending on experience Paid travel time and expenses for all site visits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Use of company vehicle for site travel (personal use permitted) Lunch allowance for site days Company bonus at Christmas Annual salary and performance review Opportunities for further progression into Principal/Technical Lead rolesBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

Location: Warwickshire, GB

Posted Date: 5/16/2025