Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Consultant

Description

Astute People are working with a respected environmental consultancy delivering high-quality geo-environmental and geotechnical services across the UK to recruit a Consultant - Geo-environmental / Geotechnical, based in London.

This Consultant - Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role offers a salary of £30,000-£35,000, along with hybrid working, structured progression, and the chance to work on complex and meaningful land and infrastructure projects.

If you're looking to take the next step in your geo-environmental or geotechnical career and want to be part of a growing, friendly, and experienced team, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Consultant - Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

Reporting to a senior member of the environmental team, you will:

Deliver and coordinate intrusive site investigations, sampling, and environmental monitoring

Undertake and write Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports with clear recommendations for clients

Oversee ground investigation works, supervising contractors and managing logistics

Interpret chemical and geotechnical testing data to inform assessments and mitigation

Prepare high-quality technical reports in line with industry best practices

Work with clients, suppliers, and project teams to ensure effective communication and delivery

Maintain awareness of relevant environmental legislation, guidance, and technical standards

Promote a strong culture of Health & Safety in all aspects of field and office work

Support and mentor junior team members where needed

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

A degree in Geo-Environmental Engineering, Geology, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or similar

Around 2-4 years' experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical role (preferably consultancy-based)

Strong analytical and interpretive skills with geotechnical and contamination data

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience managing or supporting site works, sampling, and lab liaison

A full UK manual driving licence (essential for site access and travel)

Personal skills

The Consultant - Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role would suit someone who is:

Technically curious, proactive, and client-focused

Willing to travel locally for site work and investigations

Physically able to handle equipment and work outdoors when required

Collaborative and confident working in multidisciplinary teams

Interested in career progression, training, and chartership support

Salary and benefits of the Consultant - Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

£30,000-£35,000 depending on experience

25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)

Company-matched pension scheme

Hybrid and flexible working options

Chartership support and internal mentoring

Involvement in nationally significant environmental and infrastructure projects

Access to volunteering and community engagement initiatives

Employee wellbeing programme

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Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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