Sydney | Global Consultancy | Sustainable Projects
Global consultancy offering strong career growth
High-performing team delivering complex, sustainable projects
Flexible and collaborative work environment
About SMEC
Delivering exceptional outcomes starts with exceptional people.
At SMEC, a member of the SJ Group, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to iconic projects alongside industry-leading professionals. Our teams challenge boundaries and look beyond the immediate project scope to help shape a more sustainable future. With a strong global footprint, we support career growth through exposure to diverse, meaningful work and experienced leadership.
Our Infrastructure Business
Our success is built on long-term client relationships and a deep understanding of their needs. We provide end-to-end solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide, delivering sustainable outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
The Opportunity
Our high-performing Environment team continues to grow, supported by a strong pipeline of projects across health, schools, transport, contaminated land, environmental studies, dams & hydropower, and energy transition.
We are seeking a
Senior to Principal Environmental Scientist / Engineer (Contaminated Land)
to join our Sydney team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced professional to lead the delivery of complex contaminated land projects, provide technical leadership, mentor emerging professionals, and contribute to the continued growth of our Environmental business.
You'll be supported by experienced technical and project leaders and will play a key role in delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver complex contaminated land investigations, assessments, and remediation projects




Provide technical leadership and oversight of high-quality interpretive reporting
Manage project budgets, schedules, resources, and client expectations
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, regulators, and stakeholders
Identify and pursue new business opportunities and contribute to proposal development
Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level environmental professionals
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across major infrastructure, energy, water, and resource projects
Provide strategic advice on contaminated land, PFAS, hazardous materials, and environmental risk management
About You
Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
Certified Environmental Practitioner
8+ years' experience in contaminated land, PFAS, and hazardous materials
Well-developed report writing skills with excellent attention to detail
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proven ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
Robust project and time management capabilities
Willingness to travel for short-term fieldwork assignments
Current driver's licence and ability to undertake field-based work
What We Offer
Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
Exposure to a diverse and ethical client base
Mentorship from industry leaders
Structured professional development programs and study support
National and international career pathways
Additional purchased leave and annual "Celebration Day" leave
Generous parental leave (primary and secondary carers)
Wellbeing initiatives and support programs
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
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📌 Senior To Principal Environmental Scientist / Engineer (Contaminated (Sydney)
🏢 Smec
📍 Sydney