Principal Geo-Environmental Services

7 days ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Phenna Group Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

Posting Date - 01 Oct, 2025

Associate Director – Geo-Environmental Services

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Department: Geo-Environmental Services

Reports to: Managing Director

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Please note: Hybrid working is offered based on project needs rather than a fixed arrangement. Some weeks may allow full remote work, while others may require 2–3 days (or more) on-site. Flexibility is provided, but project delivery takes priority.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director – Geo-Environmental Services to play a key leadership role in the growth and delivery of our services. This is a senior position that combines technical expertise, strategic input, and team leadership.

As Associate Director, you will oversee the successful delivery of geo-environmental projects, lead high-performing teams, and nurture strong client relationships. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to influence company strategy while driving technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Delivery & Leadership

o Oversee delivery of complex geo-environmental projects on time, within scope, and budget.

o Provide technical direction on contaminated land assessment, site investigation, geotechnical analysis, and remediation strategy.

o Manage all project stages from scoping and proposals to reporting and client handover.

  • Team Leadership & Development

o Lead and mentor technical teams, promoting collaboration and high performance.

o Ensure effective delegation, resource allocation, and staff development.

o Work with senior management to optimise performance across multiple projects.

  • Client & Stakeholder Management

o Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.

o Lead client meetings, manage expectations, and liaise with regulators, contractors, and stakeholders.

  • Financial Management

o Take responsibility for financial performance, budgets, and forecasting.

o Ensure projects meet agreed financial targets and departmental KPIs.

  • Health, Safety & Compliance

o Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

o Champion a strong safety culture across all projects.

  • Business Development & Strategy

o Identify opportunities for growth and new client acquisition.

o Contribute to tenders, proposals, and long-term service expansion.

About You

We're looking for a proven leader with:

  • A degree in Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field

  • Extensive experience in geo-environmental consultancy

  • Strong technical expertise in contaminated land, site investigation, remediation, and risk assessments

  • Proven track record in managing budgets, projects, and teams

  • Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills

  • Strong knowledge of UK environmental and planning regulations

What We Offer

  • Open promotion pathways to Director level

  • Transparent salary progression model showing future earnings

  • Influence over strategy and decision-making

  • Opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact geo-environmental projects

  • Collaborative, mentorship-driven culture

  • Flexibility with project-led hybrid working

  • Reduced admin burden to focus on technical excellence

Apply Now

If you're ready to take on a senior leadership role with real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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