Principal/Senior Land Quality Consultant
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About the Opportunity
At Amentum, we solve complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. We are seeking a Principal or Senior Land Quality Consultant to join our established team across the environment, energy, and defence businesses. In this role, you will serve as a technical lead on contaminated land projects, contributing to project management, client liaison, and mentoring junior colleagues while ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
We offer flexible working arrangements (a mix of office‑based and home working) and may consider candidates based in Harwell, Rotherham, Cumbria or Birchwood.
Key Responsibilities
* Technical Leadership: Act as a technical authority on land quality projects, guiding investigations, risk assessments, and remediation strategies.
* Project Management: Plan and deliver projects on time and within budget, including scheduling, resource allocation, and coordination with clients and subcontractors.
* Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders, providing clear updates on project progress, risks, and potential solutions.
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all works adhere to UK environmental legislation and best practice for contaminated land management, particularly in high‑hazard industrial contexts.
* Team Collaboration & Mentorship: Support junior staff by offering technical guidance and feedback; foster a positive working environment that promotes knowledge sharing and professional growth.
* Business Development: Contribute to proposals and bids, identifying opportunities to expand our land quality services and strengthen client relationships.
Qualifications & Experience
* Contaminated Land Experience: Demonstrable 5+ years in the investigation and remediation of contaminated land, with strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies for human health and controlled waters (use of the Environment Agency’s Remedial Targets Methodology advantageous).
* Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with UK legislation including Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act, Environmental Permitting Regulations, and experience applying the CL:AIRE Definition of Waste Code of Practice (DoWCoP).
* Project Delivery: Proven record of successfully delivering medium‑sized projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination.
* Education: Degree in Environmental Science, Geoscience, Engineering or a related subject (MSc or higher desired).
* Professional Qualifications: Progress toward or attainment of a relevant chartership (e.g., CGeol, CEnv) and/or Specialist in Land Condition (SiLC) accreditation is advantageous.
* Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Able to build rapport with clients and regulators, present complex information clearly, and work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
* HSE Focus: Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.
* Other: Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK and hold a valid UK driving licence.
Benefits
We offer a competitive package, including free single medical cover, digital GP service, enhanced parental leave pay, employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement for professional development. Work‑life balance and flexibility are key focuses; we discuss hybrid, part‑time, and flexible arrangements.
Our Culture
Our values are built on safety, integrity, and respect. We support mental wellbeing and foster inclusivity. Amentum is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes all candidates, including those who may not meet every listed requirement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Amentum is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability, so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Senior Level
Director
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Quality Assurance
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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