Managing/Principal Consultant – Peat & Geology Environmental Assessment

Job title:

Managing/Principal Consultant – Peat & Geology Environmental Assessment

Company

The ERM International Group

Job description

Our time is NOW.Join our well-established Engineering team distributed across our in this pivotal role, leading our Peat and Geology assessment team to further growth and success! You’ll be a subject matter expert on a range of Onshore Renewables & Infrastructure projects, both in the UK and Internationally. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career, work on a range of exciting multi-disciplinary projects and contribute to the climatic transition. Offer can be made at either Managing or Principal Consultant level depending on experience, applications are welcomed from people already operating at this level, or from experienced Senior Consultants looking for a step up.The roleYou’ll work alongside experienced staff to manage a range of environmental assessments, field-based surveys and technical advice. Tasks include;

• Overseeing and providing technical leadership for Peat, Soils and Geology studies including Environmental Statement chapters, Peat and Materials Management Plans and Peat Hazard Landslide Risk Assessment
• The production of Environmental Impact Assessment chapters, Peat Assessments and Outline Construction Environmental Management Plans
• Managing field-based survey works such as walk over surveys, peat coring, dip well installation, peat probing and site inspections
• Conducting quality assurance and independent technical reviews
• Analysing and contributing to technical design documents
• Working alongside experts from other environmental teams including ecology and biodiversity, landscape architecture, hydrology and peatland management teams to develop holistic environmentally friendly solutions
• Analysing and contributing to technical design documents
• Leading liaison with various stakeholders within the private and public sectors including renewable energy developers, environmental regulators and planning authorities
• Supporting and facilitating business development through inputs into project tenders, including scoping schedules of works and completing preliminary baseline assessments of potential projects
• Leading the growth of the team by developing the technical capabilities and careers of its members

Why join ERM?We are committed to building a sustainable future with the world’s leading organisations, but we believe that change starts at home. That’s why we’ve operated the ( ) since 1995. Take a look at the – we think you’ll be impressed.We offer flexible working to suit your life – need to do the school run? Not a problem! More productive and happy if you work from home a few days per week? Go ahead! Love to travel? Ask about our Cross Border Remote Working! You’ll have 25 days annual leave + public holidays, 6% pension contribution, EV car salary sacrifice scheme (Octopus), twice annual promotion opportunities, annual salary review and performance related bonus, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance programme, volunteering and Give As You Earn opportunities, travel season ticket loan, premium account for Calm (the #1 app for sleep and meditation), Cycle2Work Scheme, plus discounts on gym membership and gift cards for a wide variety of retailers and restaurants. We also offer employees a Safety First, diverse and inclusive culture in which difference is embraced, valued and celebrated. With a robust career framework in place and 20+ technical communities of global experts you can join, there are great opportunities to advance your career here at ERM.About you

• Solid experience working in similar roles
• A relevant degree qualification
• Knowledgeable in current practice and governing standards/guidance for the investigation and remediation of contaminated land
• Familiarity with the production of Phase 1 geo-environmental desk top study reports incorporating a preliminary risk assessment
• Competence in the use of GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS)
• Familiarity with the planning process and Local Authority existing data acquisition
• Experience in planning, organising, and managing field work
• A full driving licence which allows you to drive in the UK & Ireland, and willingness to travel within these countries when required

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Expected salary

Location

Glasgow

Job date

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 22:17:16 GMT

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