Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant at Adler & Allan

Manchester, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Geoenvironmental Consultancy, Health and Safety Management, Team Leadership, Client Engagement, Financial Management, Land Quality Projects, Site Investigations, Soil Logging, Risk Assessment, Conceptual Site Models, Risk Assessment (Quantitative), Remediation Works, Data Interpretation, Quality Assurance, Business Development, Client Management

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Job Description Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant Manchester - Hybrid Full Time - 35 Hours Mon-Fri We are seeking an experienced Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant to support the Consultancy Division in providing customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders with commercially aware, technically proficient, and professional geo-environmental and environmental risk reduction services. Key tasks and responsibilities Set a standard of excellence in all aspects of delivering environmental consultancy projects. Set a standard of excellence in the management of health, safety and quality. Lead the supervision, technical guidance, career development and performance of the team. Line Management duties aligned with growth of the team Management of team resources, senior level client engagement and close management of team finances. Leading and supervising project management of Land Quality projects, relating to Transactions, Development and Compliance Liaison with all stakeholders including clients, contractors and regulatory bodies Undertaking site investigations to determine the extent and severity of impact and assessing Geoenvironmental risks Logging of soils during investigations to a high standard and in accordance with best practice Preparing health, safety and environmental documentation including risk assessments and method statements along with reporting of H&S near misses and positive observations Management and planning of site investigations, monitoring, remedial and validation works Scheduling and interpretation of field and laboratory data Production of interpretive environmental reports including conceptual site models (CSM) and preliminary (PRA) and generic quantitative risk assessments (GQRA) Undertaking and supporting the design, implementation and verification of environmental remediation works Demonstrating a commitment to ensuring consistently high levels of safety, technical robustness, commercial awareness, organisation and customer satisfaction The post holder will also be required to undertake quality assurance and safety performance audits on works carried out by others and to provide constructive feedback on the outcome of these inspections. A key part of the role will require the post holder to take part in Business Development activities in technical adviser and key client management/development capacities. Perform other duties as required by the consultancy division and other areas of the business in order to meet business needs. Qualifications Knowledge & experience A degree in a relevant earth sciences, or geo-environmental discipline and, ideally, be a member of a relevant professional organisation An MSc in a relevant subject (beneficial but not essential) 7+ years’ work experience in managing environmental incidents, carrying out contaminated land surveys and site investigations, with knowledge of available drilling techniques Possess knowledge of remediation technologies for contaminated soil and groundwater Have knowledge and experience of assessment of geotechnical risks and foundation design for new developments. Have an understanding of how hazardous liquid storage facilities operate, including primary, secondary and tertiary containment measures; and understand how to assess operational environmental risks. A working knowledge of Land Contamination Risk Management (LCRM) and BS10175, investigation of potentially contaminated land Be proficient in logging soil and rock in accordance with BS5930 and have strong skills in the development and updating of CSMs Possess the ability to work together in a team and also demonstrate the drive and self-motivation to work independently, with minimal supervision Possess the ability to take ownership of and manage projects to meet deadlines and project budgets Possess experience / sound knowledge of current and emerging environmental legislation, guidance and best practice applicable to contaminated land consultancy Possess practical experience of the chemical analyses which can be performed on soil, water and air samples Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate via clear and prompt written and verbal communications to colleagues, clients, contractors, regulators and other consultants Be competent and diligent in the production of technical reports to a high standard, that are commercially focused and to meet challenging deadlines Demonstrate a good degree of flexibility and possess strong organisational and time management skills Additional Information Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

Responsibilities

The Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant will set a standard of excellence in delivering environmental consultancy projects, managing health, safety, and quality, and leading the technical guidance and career development of the team. Key duties include managing Land Quality projects, liaising with stakeholders, undertaking site investigations, and producing interpretive environmental reports.