Project Geologist

Society of Economic Geologists, Inc.; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Training & development

Chartership support

Job summary

Society of Economic Geologists, Inc. is seeking a Project Geologist in Cambridge to join a collaborative geotechnical team. You will manage ground investigations, log boreholes, supervise fieldwork and contribute to technical reports for high-profile UK developments.

The role offers a competitive £32,000–£38,000 salary, hybrid working, ongoing training, and support towards chartership and professional membership. Based near Cambridge with site attendance as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Science or related.
• Experience on geotechnical/geo-environmental consultancy projects.
• Experience with site investigations and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage ground investigations and site assessments.
• Log boreholes/trial pits; supervise fieldwork and monitoring.
• Coordinate soil and groundwater testing and contamination work.
• Prepare technical reports and liaise with clients and teams.

Skills

Site investigations

Geotechnical reporting

Client liaison

Team collaboration

Education

Geology or geotechnical related degree

Tools

HoleBASE

GEO5

Job description

Project Geologist Cambridge £32,000 - £38,000

Are you an ambitious Project Geologist looking to join an established, award-winning engineering consultancy? Our client delivers innovative, sustainable engineering solutions for major UK developments, working with prestigious clients across residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure sectors. As a Project Geologist, you'll join a collaborative geotechnical and geo-environmental team, contributing to exciting projects that shape the built environment.

The Role

• Managing and supporting ground investigations and site assessments.
• Logging boreholes and trial pits, supervising fieldwork and environmental monitoring.
• Coordinating soil and groundwater testing and contamination assessments.
• Undertaking geotechnical analysis and supporting foundation and earthworks design.
• Preparing technical reports and liaising with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary (£32,000 - £38,000).
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development.
• Support towards chartership and professional membership fees.
• Clear career progression within a growing consultancy.
• Exposure to high-profile projects and blue-chip clients.

Requirements

• A degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Relevant consultancy experience in geotechnical and geo-environmental projects.
• Experience in site investigations, fieldwork supervision and technical reporting.
• Knowledge of geotechnical software such as HoleBASE or GEO5.
• A full UK driving licence and full right to work in the UK.
• To live in or near the Cambridge office, with the ability to attend sites as required.

This is a permanent role.