Geo-Environmental Consultant

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our Geo-Environmental team in Norwich. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your skills and hands-on experience working on a range of exciting and variable projects that make a positive impact.

At Create, you’ll work on projects across the UK, collaborate with like-minded professionals, and play an active role in a dynamic and supportive team. We believe in developing our people by giving you the tools and opportunities to grow your career in a way that’s right for you.

• Prepare Phase 1 Preliminary Risk Assessments on a wide range of sites to support planning applications, transactional risk / liability assessments or for due diligence purposes.
• Design and undertake infiltration testing to BRE
  365 to support drainage strategies and provide design information for proposed developments.
• Design and undertake Geo-Environmental Site Investigations to assess environmental risks and provide design parameters for proposed development.
• Undertake ground gas, volatile vapour, and groundwater monitoring and interpret findings.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of interpretative land contamination and geotechnical assessment reports.
• Develop remedial options appraisals and strategies for development and operational sites.
• Supervise and prepare verification reports for remediation works.
• Work alongside our internal civil, structural and environmental engineers on multidisciplinary projects.
• Attend site visits and client meetings with senior colleagues to gain experience.
• Contribute to creative and practical solutions that meet clients’ needs.
• Develop your understanding of relevant policies, guidance and best practice.
• Gain structured mentoring and support to work towards professional qualifications in the future.

• A degree / master’s degree in geology, geotechnical engineering, environmental science or a relevant subject.
• 2 or more years’ experience in geo-environmental consultancy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent numerical and analytical ability, with attention to detail.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn.
• Willingness to travel for work purposes with occasional overnight stays, where necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving license, ideally with access to a vehicle.

• Awareness of UK legislation, guidance, and good practice relevant to the sector.
• Knowledge of land contamination and geotechnical assessment requirements.
• Understanding of soil and groundwater sampling protocols for land contamination and geotechnical studies.
• A working knowledge of social and digital media channels with a view to using these to promote not only your work but also the business.

• A competitive salary (based on experience and location) and performance-based bonus scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements – our guiding principle is simple: if a flexible working arrangement works for you, your manager, and your team, it works for us.
• Pet-friendly offices – well-behaved dogs are always welcome.
• Enhanced workplace pension – company makes a 5% contribution.
• Flexible holiday allowance (buy or sell annual leave).
• Role-related benefits such as a mobile phone and access to a vehicle.
• Two paid professional memberships per year.
• Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Clear progression pathways and leadership development.
• Mentoring, CPD and knowledge-sharing events.
• A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture.

The years of experience outlined below are indicative and serve as a guide. Progression at Create is based not only on time in role but also on technical ability, leadership, and the value you bring to projects, clients, and the wider team.

Graduate– 0-2 years’ experience with a relevant degree.

Engineer / Consultant / Technician– 2-5 years’ experience in the role or similar with some technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Senior Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 5-8 years’ experience in the role or similar…