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We are looking for a Principal Hydrogeologist to join our Environmental Compliance and Ground Engineering Team.
Purpose of Role:
Responsible for managing the Water Science (Hydrogeology/Hydrochemistry) within the SW Environment Team. Acting as a Project Manager, you will contribute to the success of the office through effective project delivery, developing key client relationships, and securing new business.
Key contacts and relationships
* Internal: SW Environment Team Section Heads and Directors, Technical teams across the Region and Division, Support Functions (Finance, HR, Bids, Marketing)
* External: Existing and New Clients, Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales
Key responsibilities
1. Plan, review, and manage projects ensuring client requirements and deadlines are met according to QA standards.
2. Take accountability for project performance and finances.
3. Ensure quality control of project outputs, including preparing project plans and fee agreements.
4. Provide quality advice and ensure work meets standards.
5. Contribute to business development, including work winning and marketing.
6. Provide regular reports to the Technical Director.
7. Support client management alongside Directors.
8. Manage staff timesheets and holidays.
9. Coordinate with other section heads to optimize staff and resource deployment.
10. Undertake staff appraisals and support junior team members.
Person Specification
* Leadership skills and team management ability.
* Strong report writing, communication, and presentation skills.
* Experience in supervising junior staff.
* Financial and project management skills.
* Ability to build internal and external relationships.
* Capability to identify opportunities for new business.
* Commitment to professional development.
* Technical expertise in relevant field.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a competitive salary, benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, disability scheme, share scheme, life assurance, cycle to work, health screening, employee assistance, dental cover, professional memberships, and discounts through BenefitHub.
We are an accredited training provider supporting continuous learning and development, with clear career pathways and a focus on diversity and wellbeing.
Application process
The Talent Acquisition Team will contact you to discuss your application, followed by a two-stage interview process. We aim to respond within seven working days.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the value of a diverse workforce reflective of our communities and clients. Our core behaviors include respect, acknowledgment of diversity, and recognizing everyone's contributions, exemplified by our 'Stronger Together' ethos.
Recruitment Agencies
We work with trusted partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our preferred supplier list. Please visit our careers page for more information.
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