MixMode
City, Belfast
Purpose & Scope of the Role Join a growing Geo-Environmental team of around 100 specialists across the UK and Ireland, delivering expertise in ground investigation, land quality & remediation, and groundwater & geothermal services. This role supports continued expansion in Northern Ireland, focusing on technically robust delivery and sustainable growth across sectors including Energy, Water, Defence, Nuclear and Property. You will contribute to strengthening regional capability, enhancing client relationships and delivering high-quality, commercially successful projects, primarily in Northern Ireland with collaboration opportunities across the wider business. Your Impact in this Position You will play a central role in shaping project outcomes from early-stage assessment through to detailed geotechnical design and reporting. Your work will directly influence safe, sustainable development by managing ground risk and delivering practical engineering solutions. At Principal level, you will also drive regional growth, lead client relationships and contribute to strategic direction, helping expand both capability and market presence. Core Capabilities Technical Delivery Lead and interpret ground investigations from desk study to reporting Develop Conceptual Site Models and deliver Phase 1 & 2 assessments Provide geotechnical analysis, design recommendations and reporting (GIR/GDR) Advise on foundations, earthworks, slope stability and ground improvement Ensure compliance with BS5930, Eurocode 7 and relevant standards Project & Commercial Management Prepare proposals, manage budgets and deliver profitable projects Oversee subcontractors and laboratory services Maintain strong financial control and programme delivery Champion high standards of health, safety and environmental management Business Development & Growth Build and maintain strong client relationships across Northern Ireland Identify and secure opportunities across key sectors Support frameworks, tenders and regional growth initiatives Represent the business at client and industry engagements Leadership & Mentoring Support and mentor junior team members Contribute to technical excellence and quality assurance At Principal level, provide line management and support Chartership development Help shape and grow the regional team Strategic & Regional Leadership (Principal level) Lead client accounts and regional growth strategy Drive financial performance and forecastingContribute to pricing strategy and workload planning Support cross-disciplinary collaboration and service expansion Skills, Qualifications & Experience Degree (ideally MSc) in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, with strong experience in ground investigation and geotechnical interpretation. Excellent technical judgement, report writing and client-facing skills are required, alongside a solid understanding of health, safety and environmental practice. Chartered status (or working towards) is beneficial. For Principal level, experience in winning work, leading projects and managing financial performance is expected. Working Environment This role is based in Belfast, with projects primarily across Northern Ireland and opportunities to collaborate across Ireland and Great Britain. Flexible and hybrid working options are available, including part-time and job share arrangements. Expect a balanced mix of office, site and remote working, with regular in office collaboration to support team development and project delivery. Equality & Diversity Statement In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day to day role.
Purpose & Scope of the Role Join a growing Geo-Environmental team of around 100 specialists across the UK and Ireland, delivering expertise in ground investigation, land quality & remediation, and groundwater & geothermal services. This role supports continued expansion in Northern Ireland, focusing on technically robust delivery and sustainable growth across sectors including Energy, Water, Defence, Nuclear and Property. You will contribute to strengthening regional capability, enhancing client relationships and delivering high-quality, commercially successful projects, primarily in Northern Ireland with collaboration opportunities across the wider business. Your Impact in this Position You will play a central role in shaping project outcomes from early-stage assessment through to detailed geotechnical design and reporting. Your work will directly influence safe, sustainable development by managing ground risk and delivering practical engineering solutions. At Principal level, you will also drive regional growth, lead client relationships and contribute to strategic direction, helping expand both capability and market presence. Core Capabilities Technical Delivery Lead and interpret ground investigations from desk study to reporting Develop Conceptual Site Models and deliver Phase 1 & 2 assessments Provide geotechnical analysis, design recommendations and reporting (GIR/GDR) Advise on foundations, earthworks, slope stability and ground improvement Ensure compliance with BS5930, Eurocode 7 and relevant standards Project & Commercial Management Prepare proposals, manage budgets and deliver profitable projects Oversee subcontractors and laboratory services Maintain strong financial control and programme delivery Champion high standards of health, safety and environmental management Business Development & Growth Build and maintain strong client relationships across Northern Ireland Identify and secure opportunities across key sectors Support frameworks, tenders and regional growth initiatives Represent the business at client and industry engagements Leadership & Mentoring Support and mentor junior team members Contribute to technical excellence and quality assurance At Principal level, provide line management and support Chartership development Help shape and grow the regional team Strategic & Regional Leadership (Principal level) Lead client accounts and regional growth strategy Drive financial performance and forecastingContribute to pricing strategy and workload planning Support cross-disciplinary collaboration and service expansion Skills, Qualifications & Experience Degree (ideally MSc) in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, with strong experience in ground investigation and geotechnical interpretation. Excellent technical judgement, report writing and client-facing skills are required, alongside a solid understanding of health, safety and environmental practice. Chartered status (or working towards) is beneficial. For Principal level, experience in winning work, leading projects and managing financial performance is expected. Working Environment This role is based in Belfast, with projects primarily across Northern Ireland and opportunities to collaborate across Ireland and Great Britain. Flexible and hybrid working options are available, including part-time and job share arrangements. Expect a balanced mix of office, site and remote working, with regular in office collaboration to support team development and project delivery. Equality & Diversity Statement In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day to day role.