Associate - Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental

​; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days annual leave

Employer matched pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts & cashback

Healthcare cashback

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Evan Craig is assisting a leading environmental consultancy in Manchester to recruit an Associate Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental. The role leads site investigations, contamination assessments, and remediation strategies, with responsibility for technical leadership and project delivery in a hybrid Manchester setting.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in geotechnical/geo-environmental consultancy, Chartered status or progress toward it, and strong communication with clients and regulators.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years in geotechnical or geo-environmental consultancy focusing on land contamination and remediation.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., CEnv, CGeol, CSci) is desirable.
• Proven track record in project management with ability to manage multiple projects.
• In-depth knowledge of contaminated land regulations and remediation strategies.
• Strong communication skills with clients, regulators, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and environmental risk assessments.
• Design and implement remediation strategies to mitigate contamination risks for development sites.
• Provide technical leadership on geo-environmental matters, including soil and groundwater analysis and regulatory compliance.
• Lead project teams and coordinate delivery within time and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators and stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Prepare and review technical reports (Phase I/II assessments, remediation method statements, validation reports).
• Support business development, contribute to tender submissions, and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or Geology

Job description

MANCHESTER

Associate - Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental: Superb opportunity at this leading, Medium-sized Environmental Consultancy. This hybrid role is based in Manchester.

Overview

Our client is a leading environmental and geo-environmental consultancy and provider of specialist risk management and compliance services, operating across a diverse range of sectors including infrastructure, construction, and the built environment.

With a strong reputation for innovation and integrity, they seek passionate individuals to contribute to projects that make a meaningful impact on safety and sustainability. As an Associate Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental within their team in Manchester, you will take a leadership role in managing the environmental aspects of land assessments, remediation, and development projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and environmental risk assessments.


• Designing and implementing remediation strategies to mitigate contamination risks for development sites.


• Providing technical leadership to the team on geo-environmental matters, including soil and groundwater analysis, pollutant linkage assessments, and regulatory compliance.


• Leading project teams and coordinating the delivery of work within time and budget constraints.


• Collaborating with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.


• Writing and reviewing technical reports, including Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments, remediation method statements, and validation reports.


• Supporting business development activities, contributing to tender submissions, and identifying new business opportunities

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.


• Extensive track record (8+ years) in geotechnical or geo-environmental consultancy, particularly in land contamination and remediation.


• Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., CEnv, CGeol, CSci) is desirable.


• Proven track record in project management, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• In-depth knowledge of contaminated land regulations and background in preparing remediation strategies.


• Strong communication skills, with background in liaising with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

On offer

• Competitive Salary


• 25 Days annual leave in addition to bank holidays


• Employer matched pension contribution scheme


• Life assurance


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Discounts & cashback benefit


• Healthcare cashback scheme


• Enhanced parental leave

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