Senior Contaminated Land Project Leader

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to lead contaminated land projects, build trusted client relationships, and mentor teams.

You will own delivery, manage scope and budgets, review technical documentation, and help win new work while upholding safety and regulatory compliance. This is a senior role with growth potential and a clear path to Principal depending on performance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in contaminated land consulting.
• Leadership or people management experience is valuable.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship building.
• Ability to scope, price work and review technical docs with risk awareness.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted point of contact for clients, building lasting relationships.
• Lead and coordinate contaminated land projects, managing scope, budgets, and delivery.
• Communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders, addressing issues promptly.
• Prepare and review proposals, reports and project documentation.
• Mentor and support project teams, fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen client accounts and contribute to growth.
• Provide practical technical guidance and escalate risks where needed.

Skills

Contaminated land

Team leadership

Client relationship

Project delivery

Commercial awareness

Technical judgement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering or a related discipline

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to lead contaminated land projects, build trusted client relationships, and mentor teams.

You will own delivery, manage scope and budgets, review technical documentation, and help win new work while upholding safety and regulatory compliance. This is a senior role with growth potential and a clear path to Principal depending on performance.