Ground Investigation Consultant

Job :

Location:

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom | Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom | Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom | Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom | Bristol, United Kingdom Department:
Site Assessment & Remediation Business Unit: AUK UKWork Type:
On-site

Date Posted:
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

As a Ground Investigation Consultant, you will be an integral member of our UK-wide Site Evaluation and Restoration team, supporting the delivery of a broad range of ground investigation projects. You will be responsible for collecting, collating and managing site and laboratory data, undertaking site and task management activities, and preparing technical reports.

Working within our Ground Investigation Contracting capability, you will support clients across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects including rail, highways and waterways. Your responsibilities will include ground investigation management, site supervision and the preparation of technical reports, including Factual Ground Investigation Reports. A significant proportion of your time will be spent on client sites delivering site investigation services.

We are seeking an established Ground Investigation professional from either a consultancy or contractor background who has experience supporting land contamination, geotechnical and/or ground condition investigations and is looking to develop their career further. As part of our Ground Investigation capability, you will have the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects and sectors, while also broadening your skills within our geo-environmental consultancy team through exposure to land quality and engineering geology  return, you will join an award-winning team and become part of one of the world's leading consultants in the field.

You will work alongside international technical experts, gaining valuable experience while contributing to projects of regional, national and global significance. Our geo-environmental team collaborates closely with colleagues across the globe, sharing knowledge and expertise to deliver innovative solutions.

This role can be based in any of our Warrington, Bristol or Cardiff offices. Projects are predominantly located across the North West, with regular travel to site required.

Role accountabilities:

Manage tasks including supply chain coordination and procurement.

Undertake field-based work across the UK.Manage ground investigations and associated site activities, with a strong emphasis on health and safety management and documentation.

Collect site characterisation data, including soil, rock and groundwater samples.

Log soils and rock in accordance with relevant British Standards and undertake appropriate in-situ field testing.

Manage geo-environmental sample collection, associated documentation and laboratory scheduling.

Compile site data for inclusion within Factual Ground Investigation Reports.

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project outcomes.

Produce high-quality project outputs, including reports, specifications and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with Arcadis standards and relevant legislation, standards and guidance.

Build effective working relationships with Project Managers, clients and stakeholders, maintaining clear communication on project progress, risks and issues.

Develop a strong understanding of Arcadis services, client businesses and industry sectors to support professional development and business growth.

Qualifications &

Experience:

Clean & Valid UK driving licence held for a minimum of 12 months.

BSc degree (or higher) in Geology, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science or a related Earth Science discipline.
Experience working on site and…