Environmental Consultant

Environmental Consultant West Sussex- Hybrid Permanent, full-time Competitive salary + Bonus + Company Van As our Environmental Consultant you will support the Consultancy Division in providing customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders with commercially aware, technically proficient, and professional environmental risk reduction services. Furthermore, you will utilise your technical knowledge of contaminated land consultancy, to carry out environmental investigation, assessment, reporting, remediation verification and ‘cradle to grave’ project management of environmental insurance claims. More about the role:Leading and supervising project management of environmental insurance claims and commercial projects with close support and training. Liaison with all stakeholders including clients, contractors and homeowners.Undertaking site investigations to determine the extent and severity of impact and assessing environmental risks.Logging of soils during investigations to a good standard and in accordance with best practice. Preparing health, safety and environmental documentation including risk assessments and method statements along with reporting of H&S near misses and positive observationsManagement and planning of site investigations, monitoring, remedial and validation works (small scale projects). Scheduling and interpretation of field and laboratory data.With close support and training, production of interpretive environmental reports including conceptual site models (CSM) and preliminary (PRA) and generic quantitative risk assessments (GQRA) and site verification and validation reports. Assist in undertaking and supporting the design, implementation and verification of environmental remediation worksControl and take responsibility for project budgeting and financial management. Demonstrating a commitment to ensuring consistently high levels of safety, technical robustness, commercial awareness, organisation and customer satisfaction.Writing high standard reports which are technically sound and commercially focused.Any other task assigned by supervision for which the post holder is qualified and experienced to undertake.  About you:A degree in a relevant earth science, or geo-environmental discipline and, ideally, be a member of a relevant professional organisation.An MSc in a relevant subject (beneficial but not essential).2-3 years’ work experience in managing environmental incidents, carrying out contaminated land surveys and site investigations, with knowledge of available drilling techniques.Possess basic knowledge of remediation technologies for contaminated soil and groundwater, i.e. have experience of operating on contaminated land projects where there is petroleum hydrocarbon contamination, a working knowledge of CLR11 and BS10175, some experience in logging soil and rock in accordance with BS5930 and have some experience in the development and updating of CSMs.The ability to work together in a team and demonstrate the drive and self-motivation to work independently, with minimal supervisionPossess the ability to take ownership of and manage projects to meet deadlines and project budgets.Experience / basic knowledge of current and emerging environmental legislation, guidance and best practice applicable to contaminated land consultancy.Possess practical experience or good knowledge of the chemical analyses which can be performed on soil, water and air samples.Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate via clear and prompt written and verbal communications to colleagues, clients, contractors, regulators and other consultants.Be competent and diligent in the production of technical reports to a high standard, that are commercially focused and to meet challenging deadlines.Demonstrate a good degree of flexibility and possess strong organisational and time management skills.Be computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft applications.Right to work in the UK. Full UK driving licence.  What we can offer you:Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leaveCompany pension Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependantsRefer a friend schemeEmployee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays Training and career progression opportunitiesAbout us: At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients. Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.