Location: Dundee, Scotland
Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Closing Date: 23:59 on18 November 2025
Whole Life Consultants Ltd is a dynamic contract research and consultancy firm spun out from the University of Dundee in 2004. We specialise in solving complex problems and providing early strategic direction in construction and infrastructure through labour forecasting, productivity improvement, whole life costing, sustainability assessment, and risk-based asset management.
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Consultant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects with blue-chip clients across the UK and internationally, including Department for Transport, Heathrow Airport, CITB, and Crossrail International.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support research and consultancy projects in construction strategy, skills forecasting, labour productivity and lifecycle costing.
* Engage directly with clients to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions.
* Contribute to the development of products.
* Prepare reports and presentations for clients.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, ,industrial and chemical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists and software developers.
Essential Requirements
· Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
· Degree in a relevant discipline.
* Strong quantitative/analytical and IT skills, with experience in data-driven problem solving.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Attributes
* Experience in consultancy or research environments.
* Interest in AI applications in construction (training support available).
* PhD or willingness to pursue doctoral-level research.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Employer pension contributions up to 8%.
* Flexible working.
* Professional development and leadership opportunities.
* Supportive, collaborative culture with a focus on innovation and impact.
Application Process
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We cannot offer sponsorship or visa assistance.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter to careers@wlcuk.com, quoting “Research Consultant Application” in the subject line. For informal enquiries, contact Doug Forbes at +44 (0)1382 224 304.