Principal Hydroecologist – Hybrid & River Health Impact

Jacobs; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Hydroecologist to assess the ecological impact of water abstraction and lead sustainability assessments under the WINEP. This role involves collaboration with experts to solve complex environmental challenges and significantly contribute to river health and biodiversity. Applicants should have extensive experience in hydroecology, familiarity with ecological monitoring programs, and statutory experience related to the Water Framework Directive. A hybrid working model is offered along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Up to 10% company contribution into pension

Reimbursement towards professional development

Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave

Free employee medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefit

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Extensive relevant industry experience, ideally specialising in hydroecology.
• Experience in Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) investigations or equivalent.
• Ability to design ecological monitoring programmes.

Responsibilities

• Assess the ecological impact of water abstraction across the UK.
• Lead sustainability assessments under WINEP.
• Support river restoration and strategic resource planning.

Skills

Hydroecology

Ecological monitoring

Water Framework Directive standards

Stakeholder engagement

Statistical analysis

Education

Chartered membership of a professional body

Tools

RICT

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Hydroecologist to assess the ecological impact of water abstraction and lead sustainability assessments under the WINEP. This role involves collaboration with experts to solve complex environmental challenges and significantly contribute to river health and biodiversity. Applicants should have extensive experience in hydroecology, familiarity with ecological monitoring programs, and statutory experience related to the Water Framework Directive. A hybrid working model is offered along with competitive benefits.