Ecologist, Scotland

Jacobs; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is expanding its UK Ecology Team and inviting Ecologists to join a respected global firm with opportunities across the UK and internationally. Based in offices such as Edinburgh and Glasgow, you will contribute to diverse infrastructure projects across water, highways and energy while working in a mix of desk and field roles.

You will bring a background in terrestrial ecology, experience in reporting and impact assessment, and be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Background in terrestrial ecology with experience in reporting and impact assessment under national guidelines.
• Associate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (or equivalent).
• Experienced ecology surveyor and field scientist.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Inquisitiveness and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.
• Current and full driving licence.
• Technical specialism in terrestrial ecology, e.g., habitats, birds and ornithology.

Responsibilities

• Delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK (water, highways, rail, energy).
• Desk and site-based tasks with occasional away-from-home stays.
• Apply expertise in protected species survey, Ecological Clerk of Works, EIA, Habitats Regulations Assessment and Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Work in multidisciplinary teams to ensure ecology requirements are recognised and constraints acted upon.
• Engage with clients, regulators and internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Terrestrial ecology

Technical reporting

Impact assessment

Team player

Education

CIEM membership

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We have opportunities nationwide for Ecologists to join our UK Ecology Team. The successful individuals will join a respected and ambitious company with excellent career prospects both locally and internationally. We actively support the professional development of staff, through our Global Career Framework, Chartership Academy Programme, Employee Networks and our Community of Practice networks, which connect us to over 200 Jacobs ecologists in the UK and Ireland, and over 600 globally.

We have ecology teams based across the UK and would welcome applicants to our offices Edinburgh, Glasgow.

The role will include

• Delivering some of the most challenging, diverse and innovative infrastructure projects. Presently, we are engaged on a variety of large projects including water infrastructure, highway and rail schemes, energy infrastructure for clients such as Anglian Water, National Highways, National Grid, Network Rail, Thames Water, The Environment Agency, Transport Scotland and a number of local authorities.
• A combination desk and site‑based tasks – there will be a requirement to work across the UK and at times, stay away from home during the working week.
• Using your experience in protected species survey, Ecological Clerk of Works, Environmental Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment and Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Working in multidisciplinary teams – quickly building rapport and trust to ensure that terrestrial ecology requirements are recognised, acknowledged and constraints acted upon.
• Engagement with both internal and external clients, customers and environmental regulators.

Here’s what you’ll need

• A background in terrestrial ecology with relevant industry experience including technical reporting and impact assessment in cognisance of national legislation and guidance.
• Associate membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (or similar, or experience to obtain membership)
• An experienced ecology surveyor and a good field scientist
• Ability to write clear and concise reports
• Inquisitiveness and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.
• A ‘hands on’ work ethic and good self-awareness.

Ideally you’ll also have

• Current and full driving licence.
• A technical specialism in the field of terrestrial ecology. We are particularly keen to build upon our expertise in habitats, birds and ornithology. However, if that’s not you, but you have broad experience and ability to pick up other ecological interests quickly, we’d love to hear from you too!

At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering programme, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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