Principal Geo-Environmental Consultant

Lucion Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy seeks a Principal Geo-Environmental Consultant in London to oversee and manage diverse projects within their Geo-Environmental Division. Ideal candidates will bring technical expertise, project management skills, and a commitment to mentorship, contributing to both client success and innovations in environmental risk management.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible working options

Life assurance and enhanced family policies

Wellbeing and recognition platform

Support with professional development

Qualifications

• Significant consultancy experience in the UK land contamination context.
• Experience in managing projects and client relationships.
• Chartered or in process with a relevant professional body.

Responsibilities

• Lead geo-environmental projects and manage a small team.
• Provide technical direction across investigations and assessments.
• Prepare high-quality interpretative reports.

Skills

Technical specialism

Project management

Client management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Earth Sciences

Job description

Principal Geo-Environmental Consultant
Location: London (Hybrid working available)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Lucion is a purpose-driven, technology-led environmental services consultancy. We deliver technical, regulatory, and risk management solutions to help clients in construction, infrastructure, energy, and other sectors navigate environmental challenges confidently and sustainably.

Our Geo-Environmental Division supports clients with ground investigations, contaminated land assessments, and risk mitigation advice. We are UKAS-accredited and members of AGS, committed to providing robust, practical, and client-focused consultancy services.

The Role

We are seeking a Principal Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our growing Environmental Advisory team in London. This is a leadership role that combines project delivery, team management, and technical input across a range of ground-related risk and remediation projects.

You will oversee projects from initial proposal through to reporting, and be responsible for mentoring and managing junior staff. We’re particularly interested in candidates who bring a technical specialism (e.g. geotechnical analysis, earthworks specification, waste classification, or detailed quantitative risk assessment) alongside strong project and client management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of geo-environmental projects across multiple sectors
• Line manage and mentor a small team of consultants and graduates
• Provide technical direction and peer review across site investigations and risk assessments
• Plan, scope, and deliver Phase 1 and Phase 2 investigations, including fieldwork oversight
• Prepare high-quality interpretative reports and recommendations
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development
• Monitor project budgets, resourcing, and timelines
• Ensure compliance with Lucion’s quality and health & safety procedures
• Contribute to technical development and innovation within the wider division

About You

• A degree (or higher) in Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a related subject
• Significant consultancy experience, with a strong understanding of UK land contamination and planning regimes
• Demonstrable experience of managing projects, people, and client relationships
• A technical specialism or advanced expertise in a key area (e.g. DQRA, geotech analysis, materials management, waste soils)
• Proven ability to write clear, accurate, and commercially sound technical reports
• Effective communicator and confident collaborator
• Chartered (or working towards chartership) with a relevant body (e.g. CIWEM, IES, GeolSoc)
• Full UK driving licence

When you join Lucion, you become part of a team committed to protecting people and the environment. We invest in our people, offer flexibility, and support your career development through structured CPD and internal progression opportunities.

We offer:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (plus Christmas shutdown)
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Life assurance and enhanced family policies
• Access to our ‘Being Lucion’ wellbeing and recognition platform
• Support with professional development and chartership

Apply Today

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join a consultancy where your technical insight and leadership will help shape a safer, more sustainable future.

• Job Category Geoenvironmental & Geotechnical Services