This organisation is an independent, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy with a proven track record of delivering creative, integrated and cost-effective solutions that maximise the potential of development sites. It has grown from a three-person start-up to a thriving business employing over 80 consultants.
Its collaborative approach brings together professionals from diverse environmental disciplines to deliver comprehensive solutions that respect technical and budgetary constraints, comply with industry guidance, and fulfil planning and commercial aspirations. The company works on major infrastructure projects, residential housing schemes, and renewable energy programmes for both private and public sector clients.
Core Values
Collaboration: Teamwork is at the core, bringing together diverse expertise to tackle challenges
Innovation: Creative, forward-thinking approaches to environmental challenges
Excellence: Going beyond expectations to deliver practical, high-quality solutions
People-Focused: Supporting the team, clients and communities served
Job Purpose
To provide technical support across geotechnical and geoenvironmental projects within a multi‑disciplinary team, developing professional competence through supervised work on contaminated land assessments, ground investigations, and geotechnical design. The role includes working towards professional chartership while delivering high-quality technical outputs that support clients' development objectives.
Key Accountabilities
1. Field Work & Site Supervision (40-60% of role)
Supervise geotechnical and geoenvironmental ground investigations at sites across the UK
Oversee machine trial pit excavations and borehole drilling operations with external contractors
Conduct geological logging of soil and rock samples to British Standard
Undertake infiltration testing, soakaway assessments, ground gas monitoring and groundwater sampling
Collect soil and groundwater samples following company protocols and relevant standards
Supervise and/or perform in-situ field testing including SPT, CBR, PLT and TRL‑DCP tests
Set out investigation locations using GPS equipment
Conduct site walkovers and reconnaissance surveys
Prepare and review site-specific risk assessments and method statements in line with company H&S procedures
Liaise professionally with drilling contractors, clients and site personnel
Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and company health and safety policies
2. Contaminated Land Assessment
Prepare Phase 1 Desk Studies including historical map regression, environmental database searches and Conceptual Site Models
Design Phase 2 intrusive investigations based on data gaps and risk assessment needs
Interpret chemical and geotechnical laboratory results
Undertake Generic Quantitative Risk Assessments
Complete contaminated land assessments in accordance with EA LCRM guidance, BS10175 and client requirements
Assess pollutant linkages and risks to human health and controlled waters
Evaluate soil suitability for reuse and prepare Materials Management Plans
Recommend remediation strategies to support sustainable development
Prepare verification reports and closure documentation
3. Geotechnical Engineering
Interpret ground investigation data
Prepare geotechnical desk studies and ground investigation reports
Provide foundation design recommendations in accordance with Eurocodes
Assess bearing capacity, settlement and ground improvement requirements
Evaluate slope stability and retaining wall design parameters
Provide earthworks specifications and pavement design recommendations
Assess ground-related hazards including mining legacy, subsidence and landslip risks
Undertake infiltration assessments to support hydrology/surface water management teams
4. Hydrology & Drainage Support
Assist with drainage strategies and SuDS design
Conduct desk-based assessments of soils, geology and borehole records
Undertake soakaway testing
Support hydrological risk assessments and flood protection studies
Contribute to drainage calculations using representative site parameters
5. Technical Reporting & Communication
Produce factual and interpretive reports to company standards
Prepare technical drawings using CAD systems
Write clear, technically accurate reports for clients, planners and regulators
Contribute to EIAs and planning submissions
Prepare reports to discharge planning conditions
Maintain accurate project records
6. Technical Software & Systems
Use specialist software including Openground, GEO5, PDISP and contaminated land risk tools
Maintain proficiency in Microsoft Office
Complete timesheets and administrative tasks
7. Client Relations & Business Development
Attend client meetings and site inspections
Communicate technical findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Build professional relationships with clients, contractors and consultees
Support tender and proposal preparation
Provide expert technical input to senior leadership
Represent the company professionally at all times
8. Multi‑Disciplinary Collaboration
Work with planning, hydrology, ecology, landscape, transport, noise, air quality and arboriculture teams
Contribute to integrated environmental solutions
Participate in project meetings and workshops
9. Professional Development & Quality
Work towards professional chartership (ICE, Geological Society or equivalent)
Participate in training and development programmes
Maintain CPD
Adhere to quality management procedures
Contribute to continuous improvement
Stay current with legislation, standards and industry best practice
Key Competencies
Core Competencies
Drive for Results
Quality Focus
Effective Communication
Collaboration
Role-Specific Competencies
Technical Knowledge
Planning, Organisation & Flexibility
Financial Awareness
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
Minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant earth science or engineering discipline
Full, clean UK driving licence
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
High attention to detail
Ability to work independently and in teams
Effective time management
Physically fit for fieldwork
Flexible on location and hours
Alignment with the organisation's values
Knowledge
Understanding of geology/geotechnical principles
Awareness of UK environmental and planning legislation
Basic health and safety knowledge
Desirable
Placement/internship experience
Knowledge of contaminated land legislation
Understanding of LCRM and BS10175
Experience with drainage design
CSCS card
First Aid
Student/graduate membership of professional bodies
Working Conditions
Combination of office and site work
UK‑wide travel including overnight stays
Flexible hours depending on project needs
Work in varied weather and site conditions
Occasional evening/weekend work
Company vehicle provided via policy
Hybrid working available
Training & Support
Full induction programme
Chartered mentor assigned
Support through chartership process
Training in systems, procedures and technical skills
Professional fees paid
CPD opportunities
Regular performance reviews
H&S training including CSCS, First Aid
Exposure to diverse project types
What's Offered
Competitive salary
Pension & life insurance
24 days leave plus bank holidays
Professional membership fees paid
Comprehensive training and mentorship
Supportive, collaborative environment
Hybrid/flexible working
Opportunities across multiple UK offices
Involvement in high-profile environmental projects
Multi‑disciplinary teamwork