Geo-Environmental Scientist / Consultant

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact Working within a team of over 70 Land contamination specialists throughout the UK and Europe, providing strategic advice and innovative solutions to manage our clients' environmental liabilities, in the role of Geo-Environmental Scientist you will lead and support the delivery of complex projects on time and to budget, providing expert advice and ensuring compliance. LOCATION - We have flexibility on where this role is based as we have offices in many major towns and cities across the UK. Remit and responsibilities will include:

• Supporting geo-environmental assessments, for a variety of projects across a wide range of sectors.
• Developing and implementing strategies for land quality assessment and remediation.
• Implementing ground investigations and assessments evaluate land contamination and environmental risks.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality consultancy services.
• The preparation and delivery of detailed reports and presentations for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to colleagues and peers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with Stakeholders throughout all facets of the project lifecycle.
• Provide safety leadership aligned to our Beyond Zero values and culture of caring
Here's what you'll need We would be delight to hear from candidates who have a blend of the following qualification and skills


• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience of working in a geo-environmental consultancy.
• Proven track record in supporting all project life-stages (desk study through to remediation implementation).
• Good understanding of Detailed Quantitative Risk Assessment approaches.
• Good understanding of environmental legislation and risk assessment methodologies (including UK and international standards such as ASTM)
• Good understanding of emerging contaminants such as PFAS.
• A sound knowledge of CDM regulations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Good digital data assessment expertise.
• Ability to work independently.
• Professional certifications, or evidence of working towards them, (e.g., Chartered Environmentalist, CGeol, SiLC etc.) are a plus.
  
  At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. With more than 45,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
  
  People are Jacobs' greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive:
• Up to 10% company contribution into their pension
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• Support to their local communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations
• Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave.
Wellbeing support and resources:
• Free employee medical cover and digital GP service
• Mindfulness Platform
• Dedicated Workplace Support 1:1 Counselling Consultations,
• Confidential information & counselling Wellbeing Solutions with information and counselling services with experienced consultants available to discuss finance, legal, family matters and counselling can provided for personal support
• Online demand fitness platform provided by Daily Burn
• Personalised financial planning and support provided by Origin, with 1:1 access to dedicated certified financial planners.
Fertility and family benefits and support:
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We're happy to discuss the different working patterns. Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Find out more about life at Jacobs. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity - ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women's - Find out more about life at Jacobs..