Jacobs Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Senior Ecologist (UK wide) – Overview
Join Jacobs’ UK Ecology Team as an Ecologist and become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation that’s making a real impact—locally and globally. We’re hiring nationwide, with opportunities available in our offices across Bristol, Birmingham, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Peterborough and Reading. Wherever you’re based, you’ll find a welcoming team and exciting projects waiting for you. Positions are available on a permanent full-time and part-time, job share or flexible basis.
Responsibilities
* In this role, you’ll bring technical insight, strategic thinking, and a commitment to high-quality delivery.
* A solid background in ecology, with significant industry experience.
* Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (or demonstrable experience to obtain chartership).
* A technical specialism within terrestrial ecology (e.g., botany, habitat restoration, protected species).
* Broad ecological knowledge and adaptability to support a diverse range of projects.
* Proven experience managing ecological aspects of large-scale infrastructure or development projects.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
What you’ll need
* Degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
* Extensive experience in terrestrial ecology, with a strong understanding of UK and Irish habitats and protected species.
* Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM), or demonstrable experience to obtain chartership.
* Proven ability to manage ecological input on large-scale infrastructure or development projects.
* Working knowledge of ecological legislation, planning policy, and biodiversity net gain.
* A technical specialization in terrestrial ecology (e.g., botany, habitat restoration, protected species licensing) is highly desirable.
Our Culture and Inclusion
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. 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. Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent and is a Disability Confident employer. We interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. Find out more about life at Jacobs and our employee networks here.
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We are committed to inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We offer hybrid working, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities to engage with our global giving and volunteering programs. Learn more about life at Jacobs and how we empower employees to maximize their potential.
Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles.
As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
* Civil Engineering
* Design Services
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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