Associate Director – Geo-Environmental Services

Job Description

Scotland

Permanent

BMC Recruitment Group are currently recruiting for an Associate Director to join a client who are leaders in the geo-environmental sector based in Glasgow, Scotland.

About the Role

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Permanent position
• Full-time hours
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of complex geo-environmental projects, ensuring timely, within scope, and budget completion.
• Provide technical direction in contaminated land assessment, site investigation, geotechnical analysis, and remediation strategy development.
• Manage all stages of project delivery, from initial scoping and proposal preparation through to final reporting and client handover.
• Lead and mentor a team of technical professionals, promoting a culture of collaboration, development, and high performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
• Take responsibility for the financial performance of projects, including forecasting, budget management, and ensuring delivery within financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
• Support the strategic growth of geo-environmental services, identifying opportunities for business development and new client acquisition.

About You

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in geo-environmental consultancy, with in-depth knowledge of contaminated land, ground investigations, remediation techniques, and environmental risk assessments.
• Proven experience in managing and delivering geo-environmental projects in the UK.
• Strong understanding of UK environmental and planning regulations.
• Experience in managing project budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to clients and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex geo-environmental challenges with practical and innovative solutions.

To apply for the position, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.