Geo-environmental Project Manager in Sittingbourne

With a focus on contaminated land core skills to join our Consultancy Service Line at Ecologia’s offices in Sittingbourne, Kent, working with a small team serving various client types predominantly across the South of England but with national coverage.

Ecologia (part of the RSK Group) is a multidisciplinary, Brownfield Award winning, geo-environmental and contaminated land specialist which undertakes site investigations and remediation projects across the UK and Europe. Presently we have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual as a Geo-Environmental Consultant/Project Manager to join our team in Sittingbourne, UK.

The appointed person will report to the consultancy department head but will work closely with other service lines based at Sittingbourne as well as other offices. We would expect candidates to be degree level qualified in an appropriate discipline (ideally with a relevant Masters) and have at least 6 years’ experience in geo-environmental consultancy work with the ability to take projects from initial design stage through to implementation and completion. A relevant chartership and/or other professional qualification is not mandatory but would be beneficial.

Key Duties / Requirements

• Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects concurrently, on time and within budget with an understanding of financial management at a project level.
• Preparation of factual geo-environmental and interpretative contaminated land reports including Desk Studies, Phase II Site Investigations as well as remediation strategies and verification reports.
• Excellent communication (inc client and regulator), organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and numerical skills including report writing data interpretation, including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel and where applicable specific software which may include but is not limited to Holebase (logging software), AutoCAD, surfer etc.
• Demonstrable site work competency including an appreciation of Health & Safety procedure, guidance and requirements.
• Organize, manage resources, mentoring of junior staff and ad hoc supervise geo-environmental ground investigations.
• Produce and/or assist in the preparation of proposals and tenders.

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will have a flexible attitude to work and possess the enthusiasm and drive to deliver the requirements of the role. The ability to work remotely, but as an effective member of a wider team, will be essential, along with excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. This role will require frequent travel to sites across the South of England as well as occasionally further afield. Proven capacity to line manage, mentor junior staff and motivate the team would also be a great advantage.

Right to work in the UK, willingness to travel and a full UK/EC driving licence are essential.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary between £52,000 depending on experience. Contributory Pension Scheme. A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, Cycle to Work Scheme, Healthshiled Cash Plan. Regular training and career development.

The RSK Group are an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

Ecologia Environmental Solutions is a specialist company that provides comprehensive services to the investigation, assessment and remediation of contaminated land and groundwater. With offices in the UK and Italy, we service clients in the public sector, property development, construction, chemical and petrochemical industries, insurance companies and loss adjusters.

Our multifaceted and multidisciplinary approach offers holistic solutions to address environmental challenges, covering various aspects of site remediation, including ground surveys and appraisals, preliminary desktop studies, in-situ testing, soil sampling, soil analysis, laboratory soil testing and site investigation reporting. We are members of the UK & Ireland Spill Association and an accredited oil spill response contractor.

Ecologia is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?