At a Glance
- Tasks: Support land contamination assessments and conduct fieldwork across the UK.
- Company: Join Arcadis, a leading consultancy focused on sustainable solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic team with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in environmental consultancy while working on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: BSc in Geology or related field; entry-level experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
Overview
Arcadis is a leading international design, engineering and consultancy company dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions for natural and built assets.
Role Accountabilities
We are seeking an entry‑level geo‑environmental consultant to support the UK‑wide team on land contamination and ground condition assessments, with a preference for those who have worked on Defence sector or former Defence facility projects.
- Desk studies and preliminary risk assessments.
- Field work across the UK, including site management of ground investigations and health & safety documentation.
- Collection of site characterisation data – soil & groundwater sampling, soil logging to British Standards, and suitable in‑situ field testing.
- Management of environmental sample collection paperwork and scheduling for laboratory analysis.
- Compilation of site data into factual and interpretive reports, including conceptual site models and generic risk assessments.
- Collaboration with other sectors and disciplines to ensure overall project integrity.
- Production of project outputs such as documentation, reports, and specifications that meet or exceed client expectations, Arcadis requirements, and relevant national standards and codes of practice.
- Development of effective working relationships with Project Managers, clients, and teammates, and ensuring clear communication of progress, changes and issue resolution.
- Constant learning of Arcadis services, client business and industry sector to enhance personal and company credibility.
Qualifications & Experience
- BSc (or higher) in Geology, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science or a related discipline, or equivalent.
- Entry‑level experience in geo‑environmental projects, such as contamination or geotechnical work.
- Scoping and Phase 1 & 2 environmental reporting experience.
- Capacity to work independently, in a local office‑based team and within larger multidisciplinary teams to deliver on tight deadlines and budgets.
- Experience of working on site and supervising contractors (e. g. drillers).
- Proficient report writing for Environmental Phase 1 & 2.
- Awareness of potential risks associated with geo‑environmental investigations (health & safety, budgetary, technical).
- Working toward professional membership and chartership.
- Existing Security Clearance (SC) preferred.
- Experience on Defence sector projects preferred.
- Location
The role can be based in one of the following UK locations
- Cambridge
- Guildford
- Bristol
- Birmingham
- Cardiff
- Leeds
- Manchester
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace, promoting equality and diversity at all levels.
Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and ensure a great work experience for all our people, embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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At Arcadis, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration across our UK-wide Ground Investigation team. With flexible location options in vibrant cities like Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Birmingham, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth, a strong commitment to health and safety, and a focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion. Join us to lead impactful projects while developing your skills and building meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
