Geo-Environmental Consultant/Senior

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My client is a leading multidisciplinary environmental and engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering sustainable and technically innovative solutions across the UK and internationally. Their geo-environmental team continues to grow and now comprises around 100 specialists operating across multiple offices, supporting projects within the property, infrastructure, energy, defence, water and regeneration sectors.

With a collaborative and people-focused culture, they offer excellent opportunities for professional development, technical progression and long-term career growth.

Your new role

As a Geo-Environmental Consultant, you will support the delivery of a broad range of contaminated land, site investigation and brownfield redevelopment projects. Working closely with experienced specialists, you will contribute to both site-based and office-based project work, helping clients address complex ground engineering and land quality challenges.

Key responsibilities will include:

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• Planning, procuring and supervising ground investigations.
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• Undertaking Phase 1 Geo-Environmental Desk Studies and Preliminary Risk Assessments.
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• Collecting, analysing and interpreting environmental and geotechnical data.
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• Preparing Phase 2 Geo-Environmental Interpretative Reports.
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• Conducting groundwater and ground gas monitoring and assessment.
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• Supporting contaminated land assessments and remediation strategies.
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• Liaising with contractors, clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
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• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
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This role offers an excellent balance of technical reporting, project delivery and site-based investigation work, providing exposure to a diverse portfolio of exciting projects.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential:

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• Substantial experience within a UK consultancy geo-environmental or contaminated land role.
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• A degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
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• Experience undertaking contaminated land investigations and risk assessments.
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• Knowledge of current contaminated land legislation, standards and guidance.
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• Experience supervising ground investigations and site works.
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• Strong technical reporting and data interpretation skills.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• A proactive and organised approach to project delivery.
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• A full UK driving licence.
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Desirable:

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• Environmental Due Diligence.
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• Groundwater and ground gas monitoring.
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• Professional site certifications such as CSCS, SSSTS, SMSTS or First Aid.
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What you'll get in return

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• Competitive salary and benefits package: £30,000 - £45,000 DoE
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• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
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• Exposure to a wide variety of high-profile projects.
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• Structured training and career development support.
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• Chartership assistance and professional membership support.
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• Opportunities to work within an established and growing technical team.
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• A collaborative and inclusive working environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.
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