Senior/Principal Geotechnical/Geo-Environmental Consultant

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior/Principal Geotechnical/Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our growing Geo team in our Almondsbury, Bristol office.

The Team – Our Geo Division

Geo is a core discipline within Hydrock – its where we come from with both our CEO and COO having a Geo background!

Hydrock is a leading consultancy firm specialising in geoenvironmental and geotechnical engineering. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, we deliver high-quality solutions to clients across various sectors, including renewables, commercial, industrial, residential, infrastructure and aviation.

The Role:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Consultant. The ideal candidate will have 6 to 10 years of experience in geoenvironmental and geotechnical consultancy, with a strong commitment to professionalism. 
   
 s a Geo Consultant, you will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating geo assignments including (but not limited to): desk studies, ground investigations (factual and interpretative), geotechnical, human health, groundwater and gas risk assessments, and interpretative reports. 
   
 You will act as the focal point of contact with colleagues in the SW region, across the range of disciplines represented within Hydrock. You will contribute to work-winning and business development in the SW and represent Hydrock in client meetings.

This is a great opportunity to progress your career and actively help develop a team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Typically 5+ years of experience in geoenvironmental and geotechnical consultancy.
• Ideally Chartered or actively working towards chartership.
• Can procure, run, and deliver Ground Investigations (GIs), adapting to unforeseen circumstances such as ground conditions, client requirements, and local residents.
• Manages site investigation works to BS 5930 and 10175 standards, ensuring health and safety compliance, accurate logging of soils and rock, and scheduling of soil, rock, and water samples.
• Manage the procurement, site delivery, reporting, and finance aspects of fieldwork contractors.
• Ensure all works are undertaken in accordance with Hydrock’s Health and Safety policies.
• Be able to competently prepare Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and ensure their compliant delivery by Hydrock staff and 3rd party contractors. Undertake senior reviews of site works supervised by others.
• Prepares interpretative Ground Investigation Reports (GIR) to a high standard covering both environmental and geotechnical aspects, ensuring the ground model is correct and the interpretation is clear and supported by data. Ensure reporting reflects appointed scope and client objectives. Support from others may be necessary where complex environmental or geotechnical aspects need to be considered. Deliver these in accordance with agreed timeframes.
• Be involved in supporting others in geotechnical design and/or environmental remedial design. Provide input into Geotechnical Design Reports (GDRs), remedial options appraisal reports, and remedial strategies.
• Be able to input and undertake a range of interpretative reports and follow-on reports (depending on complexity) to a good standard with minimal input necessary on review. Examples include Verification Plans, Materials Management Plan, Detailed Quantitative Risk Assessment for human health and/or controlled waters, Earthworks Specification, and EIA chapter.
• Be able and capable of reviewing Phase 1 Desk Studies and GIRs to a high standard, although it is acknowledged that for more complex sites additional support may be necessary.
• Be able to carry out remediation, Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP), and earthworks watching briefs.
• Be able to project manage own projects and manage any junior staff that may be working on the project.
• Has good project financial control and actively ensures projects are completed in accordance with the appointed scope and associated fee. Where variations occur, these should be raised with the client and additional fees agreed in a timely manner. Support management in raising and issuing invoices.
• Manage client day-to-day queries with a professional attitude and promoting Hydrock.
• Assist in supporting colleagues where they have specific development requirements.

Business Development:

• Support the team in reviewing, producing, and issuing fee proposals.
• Have a good awareness of the wider disciplines that Hydrock offers and pro-actively promote our wider capabilities where opportunities arise.
• Demonstrate commercial thinking and client management skills.
• Contribute to the work pipeline by securing repeat work from existing clients or demonstrate an ability to seek out new opportunities.
• Work to identify a number of business development events and attend with colleagues.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or related field.
• Sufficient and relevant experience, ideally gained in ground investigation, interpretation, and reporting.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in geoenvironmental and geotechnical consultancy.
• Working knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (BS 5930, 10175).
• Proficient in project management, financial control, and client relationship management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive attitude towards professional development and business growth.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Demonstrable skills in writing accurate, concise, clear, and well-constructed technical reports, reviewing the work of others, assessing the technical approach, and determining compliance with relevant guidance and the client’s requirements.
• Believes in our ethos.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's great about the Stantec Group 

As a global design leader with over 30,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, the Stantec Group is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighborhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
• Competitive starting salary
• Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme

A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity

The Stantec Group champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics. We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us. 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application.

If shortlisted, you’ll first connect with our Talent Acquisition Team for a pre-screening call (about 30 minutes) to discuss your motivation and interest in the role. From there, successful candidates will be invited to a formal interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

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