Full job descriptionPrincipal Geoenvironmental Consultant
London
£60,000 - £70,000
An excellent opportunity has become available for a Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in London. This role is ideal for an experienced consultant looking to take on a senior technical and client-facing position within a growing environmental and geotechnical team delivering major projects across the UK.
The successful Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant will lead and manage a wide range of land contamination, brownfield redevelopment, and environmental assessment projects across sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and industrial development. You will play a key role in project delivery, mentoring junior staff, developing client relationships, and supporting business growth.
The successful Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant will be responsible for:
*Managing geoenvironmental and contaminated land projects from inception through to completion
*Overseeing Phase 1 and Phase 2 site investigations and remediation strategies
*Producing and reviewing technical reports including risk assessments and validation reports
*Liaising with clients, regulators, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
*Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior consultants
*Supporting business development activities and preparing fee proposals
*Managing project finances, resources, and programme delivery
The successful Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant will have:
*A degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline
*Significant consultancy experience within contaminated land and geoenvironmental engineering
*Strong knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation and guidance
*Experience managing complex projects and client relationships
*Chartered status or progression towards chartership
*Excellent report writing and communication skills
*A full UK driving licence
The successful Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant will receive:
*Competitive salary
*Hybrid and flexible working
*Performance-related bonus
*Private healthcare
*Enhanced pension scheme
*Clear progression pathway into Associate level
*Continued professional development and chartership support
*Generous annual leave allowance
*Opportunity to work on high-profile London and national projects
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Geoenvironmental Consultant looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy with an excellent reputation and strong pipeline of exciting projects.