Principal Ecologist (UK) – Hybrid, Flexible Hours

isepglobal; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development programs

Professional accreditation support

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a Principal Ecologist to join the UK Ecology Team on a nationwide basis. The role involves leading ecological input on major infrastructure projects, mentoring colleagues, and advancing environmental policy.

Opportunities exist across multiple offices in the UK, with flexible working patterns. You will work across water, transport and energy sectors, applying EIA, Habitats Regulations Assessment, and Biodiversity Net Gain expertise, and collaborate with international colleagues to

Qualifications

• Strong background in terrestrial ecology with significant industry experience
• Chartered membership (or eligibility) of a relevant professional body
• Proven track record in leading ecological input on large-scale projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with sharp attention to detail
• High level of personal accountability and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Delivering major infrastructure projects across water, transport, and energy sectors for clients like Anglian Water, National Highways, Network Rail, and more
• Applying your expertise in Environmental Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment, and/or Biodiversity Net Gain
• Collaborating across disciplines, ensuring ecological requirements are integrated into project design and delivery
• Leading ecological monitoring programmes, managing surveys and ensuring high-quality data collection
• Providing expert advice, acting as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders on large-scale projects
• Building cross-functional networks, working with specialists across geographies and cultures to develop effective solutions
• Mentoring and learning, sharing knowledge through global communities of practice, conferences, and training events

Skills

Terrestrial ecology

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Education

Chartered membership of a relevant professional body

Job description

Jacobs seeks a Principal Ecologist to join the UK Ecology Team on a nationwide basis. The role involves leading ecological input on major infrastructure projects, mentoring colleagues, and advancing environmental policy.

Opportunities exist across multiple offices in the UK, with flexible working patterns. You will work across water, transport and energy sectors, applying EIA, Habitats Regulations Assessment, and Biodiversity Net Gain expertise, and collaborate with international colleagues to