Principal Hydrogeologist

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Hydrogeologist and lead the Water Science team within the Environmental Compliance and Ground Engineering sector. This role emphasizes effective project management, client relationship building, and business development. You will be responsible for ensuring project quality and performance while mentoring junior staff. With a commitment to diversity and continuous learning, this organization offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development. Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Disability scheme

Share scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to work

Health screening

Employee assistance

Dental cover

Professional memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing hydrogeology projects and teams.
• Strong ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects ensuring client requirements are met and deadlines achieved.
• Oversee project performance and financial accountability.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Financial Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Hydrogeology or related field

Job description

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We are looking for a Principal Hydrogeologist to join our Environmental Compliance and Ground Engineering Team.

Purpose of Role:

Responsible for managing the Water Science (Hydrogeology/Hydrochemistry) within the SW Environment Team. Acting as a Project Manager, you will contribute to the success of the office through effective project delivery, developing key client relationships, and securing new business.

Key contacts and relationships

• Internal: SW Environment Team Section Heads and Directors, Technical teams across the Region and Division, Support Functions (Finance, HR, Bids, Marketing)
• External: Existing and New Clients, Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales

Key responsibilities

1. Plan, review, and manage projects ensuring client requirements and deadlines are met according to QA standards.
2. Take accountability for project performance and finances.
3. Ensure quality control of project outputs, including preparing project plans and fee agreements.
4. Provide quality advice and ensure work meets standards.
5. Contribute to business development, including work winning and marketing.
6. Provide regular reports to the Technical Director.
7. Support client management alongside Directors.
8. Manage staff timesheets and holidays.
9. Coordinate with other section heads to optimize staff and resource deployment.
10. Undertake staff appraisals and support junior team members.

Person Specification

• Leadership skills and team management ability.
• Strong report writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience in supervising junior staff.
• Financial and project management skills.
• Ability to build internal and external relationships.
• Capability to identify opportunities for new business.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Technical expertise in relevant field.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary, benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, disability scheme, share scheme, life assurance, cycle to work, health screening, employee assistance, dental cover, professional memberships, and discounts through BenefitHub.

We are an accredited training provider supporting continuous learning and development, with clear career pathways and a focus on diversity and wellbeing.

Application process

The Talent Acquisition Team will contact you to discuss your application, followed by a two-stage interview process. We aim to respond within seven working days.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the value of a diverse workforce reflective of our communities and clients. Our core behaviors include respect, acknowledgment of diversity, and recognizing everyone's contributions, exemplified by our 'Stronger Together' ethos.

Recruitment Agencies

We work with trusted partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our preferred supplier list. Please visit our careers page for more information.