Geo-Environmental Consultant

BWB Consulting; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering consultancy in Nottingham is seeking a Geo-environmental Consultant. This role involves managing ground investigations, delivering thorough reports, and collaborating closely with clients and colleagues. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The company offers competitive benefits, hybrid working options, and support for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5% pension match

25 days’ holiday

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Fully funded training

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a Geo-environmental Consultant or Engineering Geologist.
• Strong IT and report-writing skills.
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning.
• Proactive mindset and confidence in communication.

Responsibilities

• Delivering site-based and office-based tasks across complex schemes.
• Managing Phase I and Phase II ground investigations.
• Logging exploratory holes and sampling soil and water.
• Preparing reports and analysing data.
• Coordinating with teams to keep projects on track.

Skills

Ground investigations

Report writing

Client communication

Data analysis

IT skills

Education

Relevant degree (Geosciences, Geology, Environmental Sciences, etc.)

Job description

Who we are

At BWB Consulting, we’re more than engineers – we’re trusted partners, innovators, and problem-solvers. Recognised as ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year 2022 and proudly accredited with Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing, our award-winning culture is built on excellence, innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.

We push boundaries to deliver exceptional results for our clients – and create meaningful impact for the communities we serve.

What success looks like in this role

• You take ownership of projects – delivering high-quality investigations, assessments, and reports that our clients can trust.
• You become a go-to person for colleagues and clients, known for your technical expertise, reliability, and problem-solving mindset.
• You grow your professional skills towards Chartership, supported by BWB’s development framework.
• You play an active role in improving how we do things – bringing ideas that enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
• You thrive in a collaborative team culture, helping us deliver outstanding work on both small specialist projects and large complex schemes.

What you’ll be doing

• Delivering a mix of site-based and office-based tasks across a variety of exciting and complex schemes.
• Managing Phase I and Phase II ground investigations, remediation activities, and site operations.
• Logging exploratory holes, sampling soil and water, monitoring groundwater, and recording results to UK Standards.
• Compiling desk-study information, scheduling lab testing, analysing data, and preparing reports.
• Overseeing groundworks such as earthworks, foundations, and ground improvement operations.
• Coordinating with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors to keep projects running smoothly.

What you’ll bring

• 2+ years’ experience as a Geo-environmental Consultant / Engineering Geologist or in ground investigation.
• A relevant degree (Geosciences, Geology, Environmental Sciences, Geotechnics, etc.) – MSc welcome but not essential.
• Strong IT and report-writing skills, with a collaborative and organised working style.
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and a desire to work towards Chartership.
• A proactive, can-do mindset and confidence communicating with clients and colleagues.

What we offer

• Inclusive Culture – Bring your authentic self to work every day.
• Competitive Rewards – Salary, 5% pension match, life assurance, and long-service recognition.
• Time Off & Flexibility – 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), option to buy more, hybrid working (3 days office), and flexible core hours.
• Health & Wellbeing – Westfield Health, healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives.
• Growth & Development – Fully funded training, Chartership support, and paid professional subscriptions.
• Community & Connection – Volunteering days, social events, discounts, and savings.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.