Geo-Environmental Consultant

Hydrock ,
Southampton, Hampshire

Overview

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Geo-Environmental Consultant (or experienced Graduate Consultant approaching Consultant level) to join our exceptional national Geo division, based in Southampton SO15 2NP. Hydrock is an independently owned multidisciplinary consultancy, of circa 500 staff, operating out of 17 offices. It is one of The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For and a champion of well-being (note our recent Health and Wellbeing Leader of the Year award at the NCE100). We believe part of our success is looking after our people and our values help create a unique, dynamic, working environment. Our values include having fun, giving something back and our families coming first- check out all 10 here (and don't miss the Challenge Day video on the same page!). Geo is one of our core disciplines at Hydrock. It is where we came from (both the CEO and MD have a 'Geo background') and it accounts for around 30% of our business today. Your role: To provide Geo-Environmental and/or Geotechnical advice. In brief, the work includes the delivery of Geo-Environmental and/or Geotechnical services including, but not limited to, design and management of site investigations (including on-site supervision, logging and sampling); interpretative report writing; qualitative and quantitative risk assessment. The role includes working as part of integrated project teams of environmental, geo-environmental and geotechnical specialists and an understanding of related disciplines (civils, structural and remediation), will be required. The attributes we expect you to bring to the role and company: A BSc, BEng or higher qualification in a relevant subject (geology, civil engineering, environmental science etc) and typically between 2 and 4 years relevant work experience Good working knowledge of relevant and up to date British Standards (eg BS-EN 5930), Industry Guidance (eg EA LC:RM) and NHBC Standards Supervision, reporting and management of geo-environmental and/or geotechnical assignments Monitoring of gas and groundwater levels and groundwater sampling Liaise with Sub Contractors and clients assisting in the delivery of projects Writing draft reports Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements Self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills A proactive and independent thinker with an enthusiastic approach to work Excellent written and verbal communication skills Full UK Driving Licence What can you expect? Inspired and motivated colleagues. A good team, office and employer. A genuine opportunity to create and to be recognised and rewarded. The remuneration package will include a competitive salary and employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy/sell up to five days), well-being bonus and a wide variety of flexible benefits. There are also little things like a paid day off for good causes and free fresh fruit in every office. A career with Hydrock offers you the chance to achieve your potential in a strongly people-focused and values-led business that provides great opportunities for professional and personal development. Hydrock is an Equal Opportunities Employer.