Ground Investigation Consultant

Arcadis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Ground Investigation Consultant to join our Site Evaluation and Restoration team. This role involves managing ground investigation projects, collecting data, and producing technical reports. Based in the UK, you will spend significant time on client sites delivering site investigation services, particularly in infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Geology and at least 12 months of relevant experience. Strong report-writing skills and knowledge of health & safety in ground investigations are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising contractors including drilling contractors.
• Minimum of 12 months experience in geo-environmental projects.
• Understanding of health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage tasks including supply chain coordination.
• Undertake field work across the UK.
• Prepare Factual Ground Investigation Reports.

Skills

Site investigation management

Health & safety management

Report writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BSc degree in Geology or related field

Job description

Role Description

As a Ground Investigation Consultant, you will be an integral member of our UK-wide Site Evaluation and Restoration team, supporting the delivery of a broad range of ground investigation projects. You will be responsible for collecting, collating, and managing site and laboratory data, undertaking site and task management activities, and preparing technical reports.

Working within our Ground Investigation Contracting capability, you will support clients across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects including rail, highways and waterways. Your responsibilities include ground investigation management, site supervision, and the preparation of technical reports, including Factual Ground Investigation Reports. A significant proportion of your time will be spent on client sites delivering site investigation services.

This role can be based in any of our Warrington, Bristol or Cardiff offices. Projects are predominantly located across the North West, with regular travel required.

Role Accountabilities

• Manage tasks including supply chain coordination and procurement.
• Undertake field‑based work across the UK.
• Manage ground investigations and associated site activities, with a strong emphasis on health & safety management and documentation.
• Collect site characterisation data, including soil, rock and groundwater samples.
• Log soils and rock in accordance with relevant British Standards and undertake appropriate in‑situ field testing.
• Manage geo‑environmental sample collection, associated documentation and laboratory scheduling.
• Compile site data for inclusion within Factual Ground Investigation Reports.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project outcomes.
• Produce high‑quality project outputs, including reports, specifications and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with Arcadis standards and relevant legislation, standards and guidance.
• Build effective working relationships with Project Managers, clients and stakeholders, maintaining clear communication on project progress, risks and issues.
• Develop a strong understanding of Arcadis services, client businesses and industry sectors to support professional development and business growth.

Qualifications & Experience

Requirements

Essential

• BSc degree (or higher) in Geology, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Experience working on site and supervising contractors, including drilling contractors.
• Minimum of 12 months' experience delivering geo‑environmental projects, including geotechnical and/or contaminated land investigations.
• Understanding of hazards, risk management and health & safety requirements associated with ground investigations.
• Strong report‑writing skills, including experience preparing Factual Ground Investigation Reports.
• Working towards professional membership and chartership with a relevant professional body.

Desirable

• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Experience working within the rail and/or highways sectors.

Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe that by working together diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success.