SLR Consulting

SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our established Land Quality and Remediation team, delivering high profile geo-environmental and ground investigation projects. Based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, the role will focus primarily on designing and managing ground investigations, risk assessments and remediation strategies, with additional exposure to geotechnical and geological assessments, as well as a small amount of other land quality work spanning renewables, infrastructure, power, industrial and built environment sectors. The Role You'll lead the delivery of geo-environmental projects from initial assessment through to remediation and validation, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. The role includes:

• Project and technical leadership
• Client management and proposal support, including fee preparation
• Mentoring and coaching less experienced consultants
• Desk-based work alongside site supervision and monitoring across the UK
You'll collaborate with colleagues across Environmental and Earth Sciences, Planning, ESIA and Engineering along with Global Advisory, on complex and impactful projects, with opportunities for wider UK and international exposure. Rewards & Benefits SLR's 'One Team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and full support toward chartership, professional qualifications and licenses, we offer outstanding opportunities for long-term career progression. Our flexible benefits & reward package includes:
• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life, income, and travel insurance
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle-to-work schemes
We believe sustainable careers need balance, that's why we offer:
• Flexible, hybrid and agile working
• 25 days' annual leave plus flexible public holidays
• Buy or sell leave options
• Core working hours
• Cross-border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Family life and wellbeing matter at SLR: We provide enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and specialist support for mental health, stress, and menopause - supporting our people both professionally and personally. About You You'll bring:
• Substantial experience delivering UK geo-environmental projects
• A BSc in Geology, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science or related discipline (MSc advantageous)
• Project management and stakeholder engagement experience
• Knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation, planning guidance and industry standards (including BS5930)
• Experience designing, supervising and managing site investigations and land contamination assessments (soil, groundwater, ground gas, DQRA)
• Experience contributing to remediation strategies, specifications and validation reports
• Strong technical reporting, interpretation and problem-solving skills
• Chartered status or working towards chartership with a relevant professional body
• A full UK driving licence for site work
This is a hybrid role offering flexibility alongside a structured career framework, excellent benefits and strong opportunities for progression within a growing, globally connected team. Culture & Inclusion Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
You'll bring:
• Substantial experience delivering UK geo-environmental projects
• A BSc in Geology, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science or related discipline (MSc advantageous)
• Project management and stakeholder engagement experience
• Knowledge of UK contaminated land legislation, planning guidance and industry standards (including BS5930)
• Experience designing, supervising and managing site investigations and land contamination assessments (soil, groundwater, ground gas, DQRA)
• Experience contributing to remediation strategies, specifications and validation reports
• Strong technical reporting, interpretation and problem-solving skills
• Chartered status or working towards chartership with a relevant professional body
• A full UK driving licence for site work
This is a hybrid role offering flexibility alongside a structured career framework, excellent benefits and strong opportunities for progression within a growing, globally connected team.
SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our established Land Quality and Remediation team, delivering high profile geo-environmental and ground investigation projects. Based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, the role will focus primarily on designing and managing ground investigations, risk assessments and remediation strategies, with additional exposure to geotechnical and geological assessments, as well as a small amount of other land quality work spanning renewables, infrastructure, power, industrial and built environment sectors.
SLR's 'One Team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and full support toward chartership, professional qualifications and licenses, we offer outstanding opportunities for long-term career progression. Our flexible benefits & reward package includes:
• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life, income, and travel insurance
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle-to-work schemes
We believe sustainable careers need balance, that's why we offer:
• Flexible, hybrid and agile working
• 25 days' annual leave plus flexible public holidays
• Buy or sell leave options
• Core working hours
• Cross-border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Family life and wellbeing matter at SLR