Senior Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Consultant

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Park Central; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a passionate Geo-environmental / Geotechnical Consultant to join their collaborative team in Birmingham. The role involves delivering diverse services, managing projects, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, strong site supervision skills, and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical role with a proven track record.
• Ability to soil and core log per British Standards.
• Excellent technical report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Geo-environmental, Geotechnical, and Remediation Validation services.
• Design and manage earthworks and site investigations.
• Support the development of junior staff through mentorship.

Skills

Project Management

Site Investigation Supervision

Geotechnical Analysis

Report Writing

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BSc or BEng in Geology, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science

Job description

Are you a passionateGeo-environmental / Geotechnical Consultantseeking your next challenge? Stantec's highly successful multi-disciplinary team inBirminghamis looking for a talented individual to join our close-knit, collaborative Geo team.

At Stantec, we value every team member's input and encourage new ideas, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes professional growth and collaboration across various disciplines, including Civil Engineering, Structures, Sustainability, and Transport Planning.

You'll play a crucial role in delivering diverseGeo-environmental, Geotechnical, Earthworks, and Remediation Validation services. This involves designing and managing earthworks and remediation projects, as well as designing and managing site investigation works, which includes on-site supervision of drilling rigs, trial pitting, logging, and sampling.

You'll also be responsible for writing comprehensive reports and managing projects from start to finish, all while working as part of integrated project teams and gaining insights into related disciplines like civils, structural, and flood risk.

Being a Senior Consultant, you will support the development of junior staff, including Graduates and Apprentices, providing guidance and mentorship, while continuing to develop your own technical knowledge and understanding of geotechnical engineering.

As part of our Birmingham team you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects in sectors like education, healthcare, defence, commercial, and residential. Some of our upcoming projects show the variety of work we undertake, such as mining investigations and treatment works, environmental statements, geotechnical assessments and design, and DQRAs to support the remediation of brownfield sites across the West Midlands.

ABOUT YOU

You will have aBSc, BEng, or higher qualification in a relevant subject (geology, civil engineering, environmental science, etc.) and have the following:

• Strong experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical role, with a proven track record in supervising site investigation works and medium to large-scale earthworks and remediation projects.
• Good working knowledge of relevant British Standards (e.g., BS5930, BS10175) and Industry Guidance (e.g., EA LC:RM).
• Ability to soil and ideally core log in accordance with BS5930:2015+A1:2020.
• An understanding of geology, ground investigation works, contaminated land and geotechnics.
• Knowledge of typical ground condition interpretation and willingness to broaden understanding of correlation methods applicable to common geotechnical design.
• Experience in the supervision, reporting, and management of geotechnical projects and geo-environmental investigation works.
• Experience in materials management and working under the CL:AIRE Definition of Waste Code of Practice would be beneficial.
• A strong understanding of Health and Safety requirements for Ground Investigations.
• An interest in developing, through mentorship and training experience, an understanding of geotechnical analysis and design of foundations, retaining structures, slope stability measures and earthworks.
• Excellent technical report writing skills (Desk Studies, Ground Investigation Reports, Remediation and Validation reports, and Coal Mining Risk Assessments).
• A self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive, independent thinker with an enthusiastic approach to work.
• A desire to develop technical skills and understanding, with a keen appetite for growth and learning.
• Membership of a professional organisation (e.g. Geological Society).
• A full UK Driving Licence.

Experience acting as an NEC Site Supervisor would be a significant advantage.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity and a collaborative attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals coming into our team, knowing that they bring unique perspectives which drives innovation, and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and can thrive.

Ready to make an impact with your expertise? Join Stantec and help us shape the future of our communities.

Apply today and become a part of our dynamic team in Birmingham!