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Associate/Associate Director - Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 72,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Astute's Nuclear team is working with a leading geo-environmental consultancy recognised for delivering sustainable, practical solutions to the built environment. We're recruiting for an Associate / Associate Director - Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental, based in Peterborough, with flexible hybrid working.
This Associate / Associate Director role offers a salary of £65,000 to £72,000, alongside flexible working, structured progression, and the opportunity to shape the future of land development and remediation projects across the UK.
If you're an experienced geotechnical or geo-environmental consultant with proven leadership skills - and you're looking to take a strategic role in a respected and growing consultancy - we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities and Duties of the Associate / Associate Director - Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental role
Reporting to the Regional Director, you will:
Manage and oversee site investigations, contaminated land assessments, and environmental risk assessments
Design and implement remediation strategies to mitigate contamination risks
Provide high-quality technical leadership on soil and groundwater analysis, pollutant linkages, and regulatory compliance
Lead multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring delivery to scope, budget, and timescales
Build strong relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes
Produce and review technical reports including Phase I and Phase II assessments, remediation method statements, and validation reports
Contribute to business development by writing tenders, supporting bids, and identifying new opportunities for growth
Mentor and support junior staff, helping to shape the next generation of consultants
Professional Qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
A relevant degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline
Extensive consultancy experience (8+ years), ideally at Senior, Principal, or Associate level
Strong track record in managing land contamination and remediation projects
Excellent working knowledge of UK contaminated land regulations
Chartered (or working toward) status with a relevant body (e.g. CEnv, CGeol, CSci)
Demonstrable experience in client engagement, business development, and project delivery
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor colleagues
Personal Skills
The Associate / Associate Director role would suit someone who is:
Commercially astute with excellent client-facing skills
Passionate about delivering pragmatic, sustainable solutions
Collaborative, supportive, and committed to team success
Excited by a leadership role combining technical delivery with business growth
Motivated to make a long-term impact within a growing consultancy
Salary and Benefits of the Associate / Associate Director - Geotechnical / Geo-Environmental role
£65,000 - £72,000 depending on experience
Employer-matched pension scheme
Life assurance cover
25 days annual leave + bank holidays + 2 volunteering days
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
Healthcare cashback plan (including 24/7 GP access)
Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies
Electric car salary sacrifice scheme & Cycle to Work scheme
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