Overview
Graduate Environmental Scientist - EIA (Manchester) – Jacobs, Manchester, England, United Kingdom.
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
Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, your ingenuity and your vision. Let’s see the impact we can create, together.
What will you get?
Our Graduate Development Programme is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through a combination of blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will establish yourself as knowledgeable and competent across four key focus areas; human skills, consulting skills, champion our strategy and your passions.
The GDP allows you to customise your learning journey to reflect your specific interests, career goals, and technical skillset – creating a graduate experience that is unique to you. The programme is on-the-job oriented; you’ll work with your manager and mentor to capture meaningful learning experiences.
The programme is a launchpad for your career, offering you tools, experiences and support to work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders to deliver outcomes and solutions for complex challenges.
About The Opportunity
Our Water and Environment Business Unit provides focus for advising clients on River Engineering and Flood Risk Management solutions including flood defence structures, weirs, gates, sluices, flood storage reservoirs, natural flood management, habitat creation, hydrometric gauging facilities and fish passes. The Water Catchment Management team comprises in excess of 400 staff based in the UK and Europe, with reach into the Middle East, Australasia and America. The team has a diverse portfolio of projects with a key focus on flood risk management for the Environment Agency and other Local Authorities, working across sectors in integrated catchment management to deliver sustainable environmental solutions.
We are looking for a Graduate Scientist to join our Water Science team. The successful applicant will support a range of projects for clients in major public and private sector organisations and will become part of a respected and ambitious company with excellent career prospects including international opportunities.
Key responsibilities
* Planning and carrying out fieldwork, including River Condition Surveys as part of wider Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
* Assisting with Fluvial Audits and Stream Reconnaissance Surveys.
* Assisting with river restoration projects.
* Undertaking Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments to support a range of major infrastructure and flood risk management projects.
* Writing concise and logical reports including analysis of hydrological datasets and geomorphological assessments.
* Using and analysing various numerical datasets.
* Working in GIS to analyse spatial data.
* Identifying potential health and safety hazards of specific projects or work elements and demonstrating a commitment to safety.
The start date for this position is September 2026.
Qualifications and requirements
* Be working towards a relevant Degree or Master’s level qualification in environmental science related degrees.
* A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward.
* Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things.
* You must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Selection process
* Step 1: Apply Online
* Step 2: Solo Video Assessment
* Step 3: Interview
Apply before 19 October 2025 for consideration in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open to applications, but the role may be filled before consideration.
What else we provide
* A flexible workstyle with hybrid working patterns to support work/life commitments.
* Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
* Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
* An inclusive and diverse work environment with Jacobs Employee Networks.
* A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing with a culture of caring and a mental health champion network.
* Opportunities to give back to communities through our Collectively program, including matched funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
We value inclusion and belonging, and we are committed to safe, flexible working. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please contact Careers Support.
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