Senior Geoenvironmental Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A geoenvironmental consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Senior Geoenvironmental Consultant to lead complex projects focused on contaminated land and remediation. The ideal candidate possesses a relevant degree and extensive experience in geoenvironmental work. Responsibilities include managing investigations, developing reports, and client liaison. The role offers competitive salary, a company vehicle, and clear paths to professional development and leadership positions. Flexible working arrangements are also available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Flexible working arrangements

Clear progression and leadership opportunities

Support towards chartership and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Strong geoenvironmental and contaminated land experience.
• Experience working on remediation projects is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering Phase 1 Desk Studies and Phase 2 Ground Investigations.
• Interpretative reporting and remediation strategy development.
• Site supervision and contractor management.
• Client liaison and technical support throughout project delivery.

Skills

Strong geoenvironmental experience

Interpretative report writing skills

Client liaison

Site supervision

Education

Relevant degree (Geoenvironmental, Environmental Science, Geology)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Geoenvironmental Consultant

Salary: £45,000

Location: Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Geoenvironmental Consultant to join a specialist remediation and geoenvironmental consultancy based in Bristol. This role is ideal for an experienced geoenvironmental professional looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects and play a key role in project delivery across the South West and wider UK.

You will be working on a range of complex remediation and contaminated land projects, supporting commercial, residential, and infrastructure developments. The company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality remediation solutions and offers a hands-on, collaborative working environment.

The successful candidate will lead and deliver ground investigation and remediation projects, with a strong focus on contaminated land.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering Phase 1 Desk Studies and Phase 2 Ground Investigations
• Interpretative reporting and remediation strategy development
• DQRA and risk assessment work
• Site supervision and contractor management
• Project management, programming, and cost control
• Client liaison and technical support throughout project delivery
• Supporting and mentoring junior staff

This is a varied role offering a mix of office-based reporting, site work, and client-facing responsibilities. The company actively promotes professional development and will support you through chartership, while offering clear progression into senior and leadership positions.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Flexible working arrangements
• Clear progression and leadership opportunities
• Support towards chartership and ongoing training

Essential Criteria

• Relevant degree/background (Geoenvironmental, Environmental Science, Geology, or similar)
• Strong geoenvironmental and contaminated land experience
• Experience working on remediation projects (contractor experience desirable)
• Interpretative report writing skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to commute to the Bristol office
• If you are interested in applying for the position of Senior Geoenvironmental Consultant in Bristol, please reach out to Ruby Evans at Penguin Recruitment.