About the Company– At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society.About the Role – We are seeking a skilled Geo-Environmental Engineer / Geologist to join our Leeds Office. You will have demonstrable experience in the areas of geo-environmental site investigation and assessment, remediation and validation, earthworks, contract management and planning and regulatory liaison in a range of sectors including road and rail, residential, industrial / commercial and leisure developments.RESPONSIBILITIESUndertake scoping and review Preliminary Risk Assessments and Intrusive Ground investigations including understanding of currently available ground investigation, sampling and laboratory analysis techniques;High level of understanding of contaminated land legislation and planning regime to provide geo-environmental ground investigation scoping and generic risk assessment;A good understanding of geology, ground models and geotechnical engineering to allow geo-environmental solutions which are integrated and work well with other engineering requirements (e.g. soil improvement, earthworks and foundations);Interpretative report writing and reviewing including a good understanding of geology, ground models, and geotechnical engineering/soil behaviours with support and mentoring from engineers within the team;A thorough understanding of generic and detailed quantitative risk assessment for human health, ground gases and volatiles and Controlled Water, including best practice guidance and appropriate assessment tools;A good understanding of existing and emerging remedial options, experience in compiling options appraisal reports and remedial strategies and method statements;An ability to provide technical sound and commercially focussed proposals with a clear understanding of the Client’s requirements and value engineering;Experience in liaising with Regulators and Local Authorities in respect to the discharge of contaminated land conditions and Part IIA land inspection;Ability to deliver projects and work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy, with awareness of structural, civil and transport capabilities in the wider firm;Experience in client facing roles, developing good working relationships with other professionals within wider project teams and an enthusiasm towards business development and marketing;The candidate would be expected to be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, as well as be a good communicator, both verbal and written, have strong team working / interpersonal skills and a commercial awareness.QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCEDegree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineer, Geology/Earth Sciences or related subject.Experience in various sectors including road and rail, residential, industrial / commercial, and leisure developments.Technical and Project Management, including technical assessment and solutions.WHAT WE OFFER YOUCompetitive salary and excellent flexible benefits packageICE approved training with a pathway to chartered membership of a professional engineering instituteComprehensive training opportunities and reimbursement of professional feesContributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays)Annual leave purchase and buy-back schemeBonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications awardAdditional benefits may vary between officesYou can learn more about our staff benefitshere.ETHOSWe, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr