Senior Soil Scientist & Project Lead

WSP Global Inc.; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental engineering firm is seeking a Principal Soil Scientist to support their Ground & Water team. The role involves managing projects related to soil assessments, conducting site visits, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Soil Science and relevant experience of 5-10 years. The position offers a flexible work arrangement, combining office and fieldwork, and values relationship-building and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years relevant practical experience in soil science or related fields.
• Experience in completing Agricultural Land Classification surveys.
• Thorough grounding in health and safety procedures for site work.
• Current knowledge of UK environmental legislation and agricultural practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare soil and agricultural assessments for construction projects.
• Support colleagues with project delivery and business development.
• Lead fieldwork/site visits and produce technical reports.

Skills

Site supervision

Communication skills

Report writing

Teamwork

Project delivery ownership

Applied GIS

Education

Degree in Soil Science or related

Tools

GIS

Job description

A leading environmental engineering firm is seeking a Principal Soil Scientist to support their Ground & Water team. The role involves managing projects related to soil assessments, conducting site visits, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Soil Science and relevant experience of 5-10 years. The position offers a flexible work arrangement, combining office and fieldwork, and values relationship-building and teamwork.