Senior Ecologist (UK) – Lead Major Infrastructure Projects

isepglobal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Support for professional accreditation

Job summary

Jacobs is recruiting a Principal Ecologist to join its UK-wide Ecology Team. You will lead ecological input on major infrastructure projects, mentor colleagues, and help shape environmental policy across the UK.

Based in any of our offices nationwide, you will collaborate across disciplines, deliver Environmental Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain, and build cross-functional networks to develop effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong background in terrestrial ecology with significant industry experience.
• Chartered membership (or eligibility) of a relevant professional body.
• Proven track record leading ecological input on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Delivering major infrastructure projects across water, transport, and energy sectors for clients.
• Leading ecological monitoring programmes and ensuring high-quality data collection.
• Providing expert advice and acting as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders on large-scale projects.
• Building cross-functional networks and mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

Terrestrial ecology expertise

Environmental policy knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Chartered membership (or eligibility) of a relevant professional body

Job description

Jacobs is recruiting a Principal Ecologist to join its UK-wide Ecology Team. You will lead ecological input on major infrastructure projects, mentor colleagues, and help shape environmental policy across the UK.

Based in any of our offices nationwide, you will collaborate across disciplines, deliver Environmental Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain, and build cross-functional networks to develop effective solutions.