Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Consultant

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 -30,00035,000, 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
- -30,00035,000 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
- Discounts across fitness, retail, travel, and entertainment
INDNUC
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