Principal Hydrogeologist

2 months ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RPS Group Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Hydrogeologist to join our Environmental Compliance and Ground Engineering Team at RPS Group. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing the Water Science (Hydrogeology/Hydrochemistry) of the SW Environment Team, acting as a Project Manager, and contributing to the success of the office through the effective and efficient delivery of projects, development of key client relationships, and securing new business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, review, and manage own projects ensuring client requirements and deadlines are met in accordance with the QA system.
  • Take accountability for own projects, monitoring both performance and finances.
  • Quality control the output of projects in accordance with the approved QA system, including preparing project plans and fee agreements.
  • Ensure quality advice is provided and work meets the required standard.
  • Contribute to the development of the SW Environment Team business, including work winning and marketing.
  • Provide weekly/monthly reports as requested by Technical Director.
  • Support client management in conjunction with Directors.
  • Responsible for signing timesheets/holidays of staff responsible for.

Person Specification

  • Leadership skills and ability to manage a team.
  • Strong report writing skills.
  • Good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
  • Ability to support/supervise junior members of the team.
  • Good financial and project management skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain working relationships both internally and externally.
  • Ability to identify opportunities for securing new business/clients.
  • Responsible for contributing towards own professional development.
  • Good technical knowledge in area of expertise.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary.
  • Opportunities to invest.
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
  • Option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Group Disability Scheme.
  • Share Incentive Scheme.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Health Screening.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (including numerous wellbeing initiatives and mental health support).
  • Dental Cover.
  • Professional Memberships.
  • Access to BenefitHub offering discounts, cash back offers, and rewards.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Mindful that a truly inclusive organization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company's future.

Our Approach to Diversity and Inclusion

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.



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