Senior Hydrogeologist

AtkinsRéalis; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Training and professional development opportunities

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior Hydrogeologist in Glasgow or Edinburgh to join their Contaminated Land & Hydrogeology team. In this role, you will provide technical guidance, manage projects, and work on innovative solutions for major UK infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, along with experience in groundwater modelling and delivering contaminated land projects. The position supports flexible hybrid working and offers considerable opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in environmental consultancy and client management.
• Proven track record in hydrogeology and delivering contaminated land projects.
• Ability to manage projects and site work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
• Project manage and deliver a variety of contaminated land projects.
• Liaise with clients and regulators on project needs.

Skills

UK hydrogeology

Groundwater modelling

Client management

Digital innovation

GIS skills

Education

First degree in relevant engineering or science subject

MSc or PhD in hydrogeology or related subject

Chartered membership of a relevant professional body

Tools

P20

ConSim

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your contaminated land career? AtkinsRéalis is seeking a dynamic and motivated Senior Hydrogeologist specialising in contaminated land and brownfield development to join our award‑winning Contaminated Land & Hydrogeology team within the Sustainable Land and Resource Management Practice. Based in either our Glasgow or Edinburgh office (with flexible hybrid working), you will be part of an award‑winning group of contaminated land experts delivering innovative brownfield solutions to major UK infrastructure projects across transportation, energy, buildings and places, and water markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, contribute to high‑profile UK and international projects, and grow your career in a supportive, collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Your role

• Provide technical guidance, constructive support and mentoring to junior staff, supporting their technical development.
• Provide technical input and delivery of contaminated land projects and hydrogeological aspects of multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Review and provide technical overview of complex numerical models for groundwater.
• Project manage and deliver a wide variety of projects, including managing finances and programme delivery.
• Organise and manage site work.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, regulators, sub‑contractors and other internal disciplines.
• Support senior management in developing new business and clients to win work and preparation of commercial offers.
• Prepare health and safety plans for site investigations and manage health and safety.
• Develop own competence and maintain CPD necessary to fulfil the responsibilities of the role, with support from the business on training and development needs.

About You

• First degree in a relevant engineering or science subject (e.g. Geology, Geography, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Environmental Science).
• MSc or PhD in hydrogeology or related subject, preferred.
• Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. Geological Society, ICE, IES or CIWEM); if not chartered we would expect you to become chartered within 6 to 12 months after joining.
• Substantial demonstrable experience as an environmental consultant within consultancy, industry, regulatory or academic fields with a track record in delivering work, client management and stakeholder liaison.
• Demonstrable understanding of UK hydrogeology and the environmental and regulatory framework of UK water management.
• Demonstrable experience of groundwater modelling packages such as P20, ConSim, LandSim, RAM, MODFLOW, FEFLOW, SEEP/W.
• Commercial awareness and understanding including ability to complete tenders.
• Digital innovator: experience of handling large data sets, developing graphic representations of data or finding new digital ways of working.
• Skills in GIS, computer programming, engineering geology / hydrogeology would be an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence.

Rewards & benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits tailored to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Training and professional development opportunities are available to grow your skills and expertise. Flexible holiday allowances and a hybrid working culture support a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Additional information

Security clearance: this role may require security clearance; employment offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying for this role please do not reference any current or previously held security clearance details in your application or CV.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.