Project Geologist

SLR Consulting Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy is seeking a Project Engineering Geologist for their Glasgow office. This role involves managing geo-environmental fieldwork, conducting assessments, and preparing reports for a range of clients. The ideal candidate should have a degree in geological science, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional development, along with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare offering

Travel and life insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the geo-environmental sector is preferred.
• Ability to write reports and analyze data.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of geo-environmental fieldwork.
• Conduct desk-based assessments.
• Organise site investigation and laboratory testing.

Skills

geo-environmental experience

communication skills

report writing

data analysis

teamwork

Education

BSc Degree in geological science

Postgraduate qualification (CGeol, EurGeol, PGeo)

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Job description

SLR has a busy, well-established Land Quality team in our European operations. Due to ongoing commercial success and a busy forward order book, we are looking to expand our Land Quality team in the UK with the appointment of a Project Engineering Geologist to our Glasgow office.

The team undertakes a wide variety of geo-environmental assessments particularly across the built environment, industry, infrastructure and energy sectors.

About us

SLR are global leaders in sustainability solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 4,000 employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.

Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days' annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

The role

This position presents an outstanding opportunity to join a team of leading geoscience professionals (including geotechnical engineers, geologists and contaminated land specialists) within a truly multinational consultancy and offers significant potential for career development and enhancement based on performance.

The Land Quality team undertakes a wide range of site assessment/investigation and associated reporting for a diverse range of clients and the successful applicant will be required to undertake and manage project tasks, fieldwork and data manipulation and assist in preparing subsequent reports to provide advice to clients.

• Managing all aspects of geo-environmental fieldwork
• Carrying out desk-based assessments
• Organising site investigation/laboratory testing services in advance of field works
• Developing health and safety plans to cover identified work tasks
• Site Investigation management and supervision
• Logging soil and rock samples
• Arranging laboratory analysis of soil and rock samples
• Data collation, manipulation and assessment
• Reporting of investigations and assessments

About you

If you are interested, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone with some level of relevant experience in the geo-environmental sector, as well as:

• BSc Degree level qualification or equivalent in an applied geological science
• Relevant postgraduate qualification and membership of a relevant institution (CGeol, EurGeol, PGeo or similar) would be advantageous
• Relevant professional software knowledge (e.g. modelling & logging software; AutoCAD and GIS software)
• Good communication, report writing and data analysis skills
• The ability to work as part of a team and follow strict Health & Safety protocols
• A desire to build a successful career in the geo-environmental sector

Due to travel requirements associated with the role, a full UK driving licence is essential.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.