Location
North/North East of England, preferably Leeds or Newcastle office. Travel to sites across the UK may be required, primarily in the North of England.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary and benefits package provided

About the Role
At WSP, you will have the opportunity to work on landmark projects with a global leader in engineering and professional services. Join our growing Ground and Water business as a Geo-Environmental Consultant supporting contaminated land assessment and remediation projects. You will be involved in site work including supervision and management of site investigations, soil logging, environmental sampling, and ground gas monitoring. Your role will also include data collation, review and interpretation, site investigation design support, and preparation of technical reports such as desk studies, site investigation reports, remediation studies, and verification reports. You will ensure all work complies with procedures and the highest safety, health, and environmental standards.
A typical week may include Phase 1 Desk Study research and reporting, Phase 2 Site Investigation design and supervision, soil sampling, subcontractor management, risk assessments, and client communication. You will work closely with project teams and be supported by experienced colleagues, project managers, and directors. WSP offers excellent career development potential including training, mentoring, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.

About Us
WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, with over 72,800 passionate people united by a purpose to create positive, long-lasting impacts on communities. Our UK and Ireland team of over 9,000 professionals is dedicated to local communities and driven by international expertise. We promote work-life balance through hybrid working, inclusivity, wellbeing programs, flexible working arrangements, and a culture of innovation and integrity.

Experience
- On-site experience of site investigation and similar field works
- Preparation of Phase 1 contaminated land/geo-environmental desk studies
- Knowledge of planning, designing, and managing site investigations
- Experience in soil logging
- Understanding of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations in site investigations
- Knowledge of UK land contamination regime and risk-based assessment approaches
- Report writing skills with ability to present information clearly and accurately
- Data handling experience; GIS knowledge is desirable

About you
Motivated and enthusiastic professional eager to develop a career in geo-environmental consultancy. Able to work collaboratively within project teams and communicate effectively with clients and subcontractors. Committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance. Adaptable to travel and site work requirements.

Qualifications
Relevant degree in chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, environmental science, or related discipline.