Associate: Geotechical / Geo-Environmental

At Ocean to Earth Recruitment, we partner with forward-thinking consultancies who share our vision: to elevate green growth through sustainable, innovative solutions. Guided by our values of Integrity, Respect, and Growth, we are proud to represent a leading environmental and geo-environmental consultancy who are seeking an Associate in Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental to join their expanding team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional who wants to play a key role in delivering impactful land development and remediation projects that truly make a difference to people and planet.

The Role

As an Associate, you’ll take on a leadership role, helping to manage and deliver environmental solutions across complex land development, assessment, and remediation projects. Your expertise will guide project teams, strengthen client relationships, and support sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and risk assessments.

• Designing and implementing remediation strategies for development sites.

• Providing technical leadership on soil and groundwater analysis, pollutant linkages, and regulatory compliance.

• Overseeing project delivery, ensuring time, quality, and budget objectives are met.

• Building strong relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.

• Preparing and reviewing technical reports (Phase I & II assessments, remediation method statements, validation reports).

• Supporting business development, tenders, and identifying new opportunities.

About You

We’re looking for a collaborative and technically strong professional who can inspire confidence in clients and colleagues alike.

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.

• 8+ years’ experience in geotechnical or geo-environmental consultancy.

• Strong background in land contamination, remediation, and project management.

• Knowledge of contaminated land regulations and remediation strategies.

• Excellent communication skills with proven client and stakeholder engagement experience.

• Chartered status (CEnv, CGeol, CSci) or working towards it is highly desirable.

What’s on Offer

You’ll be joining a business that puts its people and the environment at the heart of what they do, offering genuine long-term career development across diverse sectors including energy, healthcare, infrastructure, offshore, and land development.

Rewards and benefits include:

• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

• Matched pension contribution scheme

• Life assurance & healthcare cashback scheme (with 24/7 GP access)

• Enhanced parental leave & supportive family policies

• Wellbeing centre, EAP & discounts platform

• Cycle to work & electric car salary sacrifice schemes

• Opportunities to give back through volunteering, social value initiatives, and environmental regeneration projects

Culture & Values

This consultancy fosters a culture of collaboration, respect, and integrity, while championing growth for both people and planet. From social events and charity sports challenges to biodiversity projects and long-term career pathways, you’ll be part of a community that’s making a positive difference.

🔎 Ready to take the next step?
At Ocean to Earth Recruitment, we believe in connecting ambitious professionals with organisations that share their values. If this role excites you and aligns with your career goals, we’d love to hear from you.