Senior Geotechnical/Geo Environmental Consultant

JP Engineering; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Senior Geotechnical/Geo Environmental Consultant with approximately 5 years of experience. This role involves fieldwork, reporting, and project management within a collaborative team. Responsibilities include planning site investigations, preparing reports, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or Geology and strong technical knowledge of contaminated land risk assessment.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Retail discounts platform

Employee Assistance Program

Cashback health scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Around 5 years' experience in geo-environmental consultancy.
• Strong technical knowledge of contaminated land risk assessment and UK guidance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver site investigations and environmental monitoring.
• Lead field-based elements of Phase 1, 2 and 3 assessments.
• Prepare and review high-quality factual and interpretive reports.

Skills

Environmental Science

Geology

Contaminated land risk assessment

Project coordination

Communication skills

Fieldwork

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related discipline

Job description

Senior Geotechnical/Geo Environmental Consultant

OUR CLIENT is a purpose-led, technology-enabled environmental consultancy, delivering trusted advice and risk management solutions across construction, infrastructure, energy, and more. They support clients to develop responsibly by understanding and mitigating environmental risks.

The Geo-Environmental Division provides site investigation services, land quality assessments, and technical guidance to help reduce uncertainty and support informed decision-making.

They are looking for a Senior Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental Consultant to join the Bristol team. This is a key role for someone with around 5 years of consultancy experience, who enjoys a mix of fieldwork, reporting, and project management responsibilities.

You’ll contribute to the delivery of a wide range of contaminated land and ground risk projects and play an important role in mentoring more junior colleagues as part of a supportive, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver site investigations and environmental monitoring
• Lead field-based elements of Phase 1, 2 and 3 assessments
• Prepare and review high-quality factual and interpretive reportsAssess laboratory data and develop conceptual site models
• Support project management activities including budgets, schedules, and client communication
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and subconsultants as needed
• Assist with proposal writing and fee estimations
• Maintain high standards of health and safety
• Support the development of junior team members through on-the-job learning

Knowledge and Skills

• A degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline
• Around 5 years' experience in geo-environmental consultancy
• Strong technical knowledge of contaminated land risk assessment and UK guidance (e.g. CLR11, LCRM)
• Confident in scoping, managing, and delivering Phase 2 site investigations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work collaboratively and independently, contributing to team culture
• Some experience in project coordination or management
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts platform
• EAP
• Cashback health scheme
• Life Assurance