Project Geologist

SLR Consulting; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Flexible working

25 days’ annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cross-border remote working and sabbat

Volunteering and Community Giving

Job summary

SLR is seeking a Project Engineering Geologist to join our Land Quality team in Edinburgh or Glasgow, delivering geo-environmental projects from initial assessment to reporting. You will work with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary colleagues across the UK.

You will manage fieldwork, desk studies, risk assessments, site investigations and laboratory testing programmes, develop health and safety plans, and prepare technical reports that inform decision-making for built environment,

Qualifications

• Experience in geo-environmental site investigations and reporting.
• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geoscience, Earth Sciences or related discipline.
• Experience managing fieldwork and coordinating site investigation contractors.
• Knowledge of contaminated land and geo-environmental assessment practices.
• Strong data analysis, interpretation and technical reporting skills.
• Understanding health and safety requirements for site-based work.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach and commitment to delivering high-quality project outcomes.
• A driving licence that permits you to legally drive in the UK, as regular site visits will be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all aspects of geo-environmental fieldwork.
• Plan and coordinate site investigations and laboratory testing programmes.
• Develop and implement health and safety plans for site works.
• Coordinate logging of soil and rock samples and laboratory testing.
• Prepare technical reports and provide clear, practical advice to clients.
• Support project delivery across built environment, industry, infrastructure and energy.

Skills

Geo-environmental site investigations

Site reporting

Data analysis

Health and safety

Project coordination

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Geology degree

Job description

Overview

SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen within a collaborative, people‑first culture.
Due to continued growth and a strong forward order book, we are seeking a Project Engineering Geologist to join our established Land Quality team in either our Edinburgh or Glasgow office.

The Role

You'll support and manage the delivery of geo‑environmental projects from initial assessment through to reporting, working closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary colleagues. The role includes:

• Managing and supervising all aspects of geo‑environmental fieldwork
• Undertaking desk‑based studies and preliminary risk assessments
• Planning and coordinating site investigations and laboratory testing programmes
• Developing and implementing health and safety plans for site works
• Managing and supervising ground investigation activities
• Logging soil and rock samples to industry standards
• Coordinating laboratory testing and analysis
• Collating, manipulating and assessing environmental and geological data
• Preparing technical reports and providing clear, practical advice to clients
• Supporting project delivery across a range of sectors including built environment, industry, infrastructure and energy

You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across Land Quality, Geotechnics, Environmental and Earth Sciences, Planning and Engineering teams, contributing to complex and impactful projects across the UK and beyond.

Rewards & Benefits

SLR's ‘One Team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment where people can develop and grow. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and support towards chartership, professional qualifications and licences, we offer excellent opportunities for long‑term career progression. Our flexible benefits and reward package includes:

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life, income, and travel insurance
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes
• Volunteering and Community Giving
• Flexible, hybrid and agile working
• 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
• Buy or sell leave options
• Core working hours
• Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
• Workplace Nursery benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause – supporting our people both professionally and personally

About You

• Experience in geo‑environmental site investigations and reporting
• A degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geoscience, Earth Sciences or a related discipline
• Experience managing fieldwork and coordinating site investigation contractors
• Knowledge of contaminated land and geo‑environmental assessment practices
• Strong data analysis, interpretation and technical reporting skills
• An understanding of relevant health and safety requirements for site‑based work
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive approach and commitment to delivering high‑quality project outcomes
• A driving licence that permits you to legally drive in the UK, as regular site visits will be required

Culture & Inclusion

Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident, Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

If this role feels like a great fit for your experience and ambitions, we’d love to hear from you.