Astute People Ltd

Astute People are working with a respected environmental consultancy delivering high-quality geo-environmental and geotechnical services across the UK to recruit a Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical, based in London.

This Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role offers a salary of £30,000–£35,000, along with hybrid working, structured progression, and the chance to work on complex and meaningful land and infrastructure projects.

If you're looking to take the next step in your geo-environmental or geotechnical career and want to be part of a growing, friendly, and experienced team, submit your CV to apply today.

Reporting to a senior member of the environmental team, you will:

• Deliver and coordinate intrusive site investigations, sampling, and environmental monitoring

• Undertake and write Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports with clear recommendations for clients

• Oversee ground investigation works, supervising contractors and managing logistics

• Interpret chemical and geotechnical testing data to inform assessments and mitigation

• Prepare high-quality technical reports in line with industry best practices

• Work with clients, suppliers, and project teams to ensure effective communication and delivery

• Maintain awareness of relevant environmental legislation, guidance, and technical standards

• Promote a strong culture of Health & Safety in all aspects of field and office work

• Support and mentor junior team members where needed

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in Geo-Environmental Engineering, Geology, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or similar

• Around 2–4 years’ experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical role (preferably consultancy-based)

• Strong analytical and interpretive skills with geotechnical and contamination data

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience managing or supporting site works, sampling, and lab liaison

• A full UK manual driving licence (essential for site access and travel)

The Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role would suit someone who is:

• Technically curious, proactive, and client-focused

• Willing to travel locally for site work and investigations

• Physically able to handle equipment and work outdoors when required

• Collaborative and confident working in multidisciplinary teams

• Interested in career progression, training, and chartership support

• £30,000–£35,000 depending on experience

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)

• Company-matched pension scheme

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Chartership support and internal mentoring

• Involvement in nationally significant environmental and infrastructure projects

• Access to volunteering and community engagement initiatives

• Employee wellbeing programme

• Discounts across fitness, retail, travel, and entertainment