Associate – Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental

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Associate – Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental: Superb opportunity at this leading, Medium-sized Environmental Consultancy. This hybrid role is based in Leeds.

Overview

Our client is a leading environmental and geo-environmental consultancy and provider of specialist risk management and compliance services, operating across a diverse range of sectors including infrastructure, construction, and the built environment. With a strong reputation for innovation and integrity, they seek passionate individuals to contribute to projects that make a meaningful impact on safety and sustainability. As an Associate Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental within their team in Leeds, you will take a leadership role in managing the environmental aspects of land assessments, remediation, and development projects.

Responsibilities

  • Managing and overseeing site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and environmental risk assessments.
  • Designing and implementing remediation strategies to mitigate contamination risks for development sites.
  • Providing technical leadership to the team on geo-environmental matters, including soil and groundwater analysis, pollutant linkage assessments, and regulatory compliance.
  • Leading project teams and coordinating the delivery of work within time and budget constraints.
  • Collaborating with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
  • Writing and reviewing technical reports, including Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments, remediation method statements, and validation reports.
  • Supporting business development activities, contributing to tender submissions, and identifying new business opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.
  • Extensive track record (8+ years) in geotechnical or geo-environmental consultancy, particularly in land contamination and remediation.
  • Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., CEnv, CGeol, CSci) is desirable.
  • Proven track record in project management, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • In‑depth knowledge of contaminated land regulations and background in preparing remediation strategies.
  • Strong communication skills, with background in liaising with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

On Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • 25 Days annual leave in addition to bank holidays
  • Employer matched pension contribution scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounts & cashback benefit
  • Healthcare cashback scheme
  • Enhanced parental leave

All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.

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Associate – Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental: Superb opportunity at this leading, Medium-sized Environmental Consultancy. This hybrid role is based in Leeds.

Overview

Our client is a leading environmental and geo-environmental consultancy and provider of specialist risk management and compliance services, operating across a diverse range of sectors including infrastructure, construction, and the built environment. With a strong reputation for innovation and integrity, they seek passionate individuals to contribute to projects that make a meaningful impact on safety and sustainability. As an Associate Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental within their team in Leeds, you will take a leadership role in managing the environmental aspects of land assessments, remediation, and development projects.

Responsibilities

  • Managing and overseeing site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and environmental risk assessments.
  • Designing and implementing remediation strategies to mitigate contamination risks for development sites.
  • Providing technical leadership to the team on geo-environmental matters, including soil and groundwater analysis, pollutant linkage assessments, and regulatory compliance.
  • Leading project teams and coordinating the delivery of work within time and budget constraints.
  • Collaborating with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
  • Writing and reviewing technical reports, including Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments, remediation method statements, and validation reports.
  • Supporting business development activities, contributing to tender submissions, and identifying new business opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.
  • Extensive track record (8+ years) in geotechnical or geo-environmental consultancy, particularly in land contamination and remediation.
  • Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., CEnv, CGeol, CSci) is desirable.
  • Proven track record in project management, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • In‑depth knowledge of contaminated land regulations and background in preparing remediation strategies.
  • Strong communication skills, with background in liaising with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

On Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • 25 Days annual leave in addition to bank holidays
  • Employer matched pension contribution scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounts & cashback benefit
  • Healthcare cashback scheme
  • Enhanced parental leave

All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026