Geo-environmental Consultant

Adecco; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Geo-Environmental Consultant to help with ground investigations and contaminated land projects. This full-time role offers flexibility, a chance to work on diverse projects, and opportunities for career growth. You'll need strong analytical skills and a relevant degree, along with about 3-5 years of experience in a similar role. The position is based mainly in London with occasional travel involved. Apply now to join an inclusive team committed to professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Chartership bonuses

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Full Driving Licence (manual).
• Experience managing ground investigation on site.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and management of ground investigations.
• Conduct desktop study assessments.
• Collect and analyze site data.
• Produce detailed reports.
• Perform ground gas & groundwater monitoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Initiative

Education

Degree in geology, engineering geology, environmental science or related subject

Job description

Geo-Environmental Consultant

Our Geo-Environmental Team is a dynamic group of around 100 specialists spread across 10 offices throughout the UK and Ireland, working across three core disciplines: Ground Investigation, Land Quality & Remediation (incl. PFAS & EDD services) and Groundwater & Geothermal. We serve key sectors including Energy, Water, Defence, Nuclear and Property. Over the last 4 years we have grown our business by 50% and we have ambitious plans built on a clear strategy to continue this rate of growth over the next 4-5 years.

But what truly sets us apart is our culture. Here, you'll be supported by a collaborative and inclusive team, trusted to take ownership of your work, challenged to grow your skills and expertise, and empowered to be ambitious in your career goals.

We believe in flexible working arrangements, including job shares and part-time opportunities, to help you balance life and work. Plus, we offer attractive Chartership bonuses to reward your professional development milestones.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the environment, eager to develop your geo-environmental expertise, and want to be part of a forward-thinking and fast growing business that values your contribution and has excellent opportunities for career development, then this is the place for you.

Our Geo team undertakes a diverse range of projects across various sectors, to deliver geo-environmental consultancy services backed up by in-house ground investigation services.

We have an opportunity for a Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our Geo-environment team working in contaminated land, site investigation and brownfield redevelopment across a variety of market sectors including property & regeneration, defence estates and transport. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to become part of the team with the opportunity to progress their career across a range of exciting projects.

Key attributes required for the position are sound technical knowledge, enthusiasm, self-motivation and excellent verbal and written communication skills. The role will require approximately 60% of your time site based (typically around London and the SE but occasionally further afield nationally and internationally) and 40% office based, but this may vary as workload dictates.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the design, procurement, supervision and management of geotechnical and geo-environmental ground investigations.
• Undertaking desktop study assessments.
• Accurate collection, analysis and interpretation of site data.
• Producing detailed reports.
• Undertaking ground gas & groundwater monitoring works and assessment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Around 3-5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Degree in geology, engineering geology, environmental science or related subject.
• Strong analytical, written, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills but also able to work independently and use initiative.
• Full Driving Licence (manual).
• Experience of, and confidence in, managing and supervising ground investigation on site, including groundwater and ground gas monitoring, with the skills and knowledge to interpret data. Any specific site works accreditations/qualifications held will be an advantage (e.g. SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS, 1st aid).
• Knowledgeable in current practice and governing standards/guidance for the investigation and remediation of contaminated land and able to produce Phase 1 geo-environmental desk top study reports incorporating preliminary risk assessment and Phase 2 interpretative reports including qualitative and generic quantitative risk assessments.
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental management.

Job Information

• Job Title: Geo-environmental Consultant London
• Posted: Jan 15th 2026
• Closes: Feb 15th 2026
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time
• Location: London (based around London and SE, occasionally further afield)