EKFB, a joint venture delivering 80km of Europe’s latest high speed rail project HS2, is seeking a Soil Scientist for Buckingham to audit stockpiling, management, handling and auditing of topsoil and subsoil stockpiles, work with and direct site team in soil operations, assess stockpiled soil condition including physical characteristics and storage practices, inspect soil reconditioning windrows and restored profiles, provide soil condition reports detailing restoration works, and support major infrastructure construction scheme requiring professional expertise in Agricultural Land Classification.
About EKFB – HS2 Infrastructure Joint Venture Leader
Partnership Excellence: Joint venture of Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction, and BAM Nuttall
Project Scope: 80km high speed rail section from Chiltern Tunnel to Long Itchington Wood
Major Works: 15 viaducts, 5km green tunnels, 22km road diversions, 67 overbridges
Excavation Scale: Around 30 million cubic metres of excavation operations
Track Record: Delivered Crossrail, Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway, Bretagne-Pays Loire HSR
Infrastructure Impact & Career Opportunity
Strategic Project: Europe’s latest high speed rail link transforming UK transportation
Environmental Focus: Leading soil management and land restoration for major infrastructure
Professional Growth: Work with international market-leading civil engineering expertise
Career Excellence: Join collaborative, forward-thinking culture on exemplar infrastructure project
Position Overview
This Soil Scientist role involves auditing stockpiling, management, handling and auditing of topsoil and subsoil stockpiles to satisfy contract requirements for EKFB HS2 major infrastructure project. You will work with and direct site team in soil operations, record information about soil and its management, assess stockpiled soil condition limited to physical characteristics including plasticity and storage/handling practices, inspect soil reconditioning windrows and restored soil profiles, conduct ITP review, and provide comprehensive soil condition reports detailing restoration works undertaken on Europe’s latest high speed rail construction scheme.
Why This Role Matters: As Soil Scientist at EKFB HS2 infrastructure project, you contribute to Europe’s latest high speed rail link spanning 80km with 15 viaducts and 5km green tunnels, work with international market-leading expertise from four major civil engineering companies, apply professional Agricultural Land Classification competence on major construction scheme, ensure environmental protection and land restoration for 30 million cubic metres excavation project, and advance career on exemplar infrastructure delivering sustained community and industry improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Soil Stockpile Management & Auditing
- Audit stockpiling, management, handling and auditing of topsoil and subsoil stockpiles
- Satisfy contract requirements for soil management on major HS2 infrastructure project
- Work with and direct site team in soil operations and stockpile management
- Record comprehensive information about soil and its management procedures
Soil Condition Assessment & Analysis
- Assess stockpiled soil condition limited to physical characteristics including plasticity
- Evaluate soil storage and handling practices ensuring quality standards compliance
- Conduct field surveys of soils and record natural physical properties
- Identify soil types on site including Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) grade
Soil Restoration & Profile Inspection
- Inspect soil reconditioning windrows ensuring proper treatment and handling
- Conduct inspection of restored soil profiles meeting restoration specifications
- Perform ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) review for soil restoration activities
- Apply logical approach to soil surveying and recording in-situ profile characteristics
Reporting & Documentation
- Provide comprehensive soil condition reports detailing restoration works undertaken
- Document soil replacement activities and restoration procedures thoroughly
- Prepare technical reports meeting infrastructure project standards and requirements
- Maintain accurate records of soil surveys and field observations
Site Coordination & Technical Guidance
- Work with contractors in their operations providing direction and advice
- Provide practical solutions where necessary for soil management challenges
- Lead soil scientists/practitioners carrying out soil surveys on infrastructure project
- Understand engineering/construction requirements and methodology of large construction scheme
Professional Independence & Decision-Making
- Work independently and make professional decisions on soil management matters
- Understand and follow lines of communication on major infrastructure site
- Apply confidence and experience working with contractors in operations
- Exercise professional judgment in Agricultural Land Classification assessments
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Soil Science, Geography, Geology, or other relevant environmental discipline
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in soil science or related field advantageous
Professional Membership
- Member of British Society of Soil Science (M.I. Soil Sci) – Essential requirement
- Professional Soil Scientist with competence in Agricultural Land Classification (ALC)
- Demonstrated professional standing in soil science community
Experience Requirements
- Track-record in soil science research or application in professional capacity
- Preferably experience on infrastructure projects or major construction schemes
- Experience carrying out field surveys of soils and recording natural physical properties
- Sound knowledge of soils and ability to identify soil types on site including ALC grade
Technical Skills
- Proficient using GIS (Geographic Information Systems) for soil mapping and analysis
- Proficient in MS Office productivity packages for reporting and documentation
- Proficient in use of IT systems for data management and analysis
- Logical approach to soil surveying and recording in-situ soil profile characteristics
Essential Requirements
- Current CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card holder mandatory
- Driving licence required for role – site access and field survey requirements
- Understanding of engineering/construction requirements and methodology of large schemes
- Ability to work independently and make professional decisions on site
Competencies & Attributes
- Confidence and experience to work with contractors providing direction and advice
- Understanding of lines of communication on major infrastructure construction sites
- Ability to provide practical solutions for soil management challenges
- Professional competence in Agricultural Land Classification methodologies
About EKFB – International Infrastructure Excellence
Join EKFB, joint venture bringing together international market-leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction, and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects. EKFB has industry-leading track record delivering major infrastructure projects including Crossrail, Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway, and Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
Project Excellence: Delivering 80km HS2 section with 15 viaducts, 5km green tunnels, 22km road diversions, 67 overbridges, and 30 million cubic metres excavation.
Who Should Apply?
- Professional Soil Scientists: With British Society of Soil Science membership and ALC competence
- Environmental Consultants: Specializing in soil science with infrastructure project experience
- Soil Survey Specialists: With field experience and GIS proficiency seeking major projects
- Agricultural Land Specialists: With ALC expertise ready for high speed rail infrastructure
- Geologists/Geographers: With soil science focus and construction sector experience
- Environmental Scientists: Seeking specialist role on Europe’s major infrastructure scheme
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