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
* At Jacobs, your work goes far beyond analysis — it helps shape the future of infrastructure, energy, water, transport, places and sustainable development.
* As a Principal Consultant within our Economics and Outcomes team, you’ll enable clients to make robust, evidence‑led decisions that translate into meaningful, real world outcomes.
* From energy transition and future mobility to placemaking and climate resilience, your insights will influence national policies, unlock investment, and deliver lasting social value.
* This is an opportunity to lead and / or support high profile work, challenge conventional thinking, and play an active role in creating a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable world.
What’s in it for You?
* 📈 Purpose‑driven work — contribute to nationally significant infrastructure, sustainability and social impact projects.
* 🌍 Collaboration at scale — work alongside global experts within diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
* 🚀 Career progression — access leadership development, technical communities, and knowledge networks.
* 😍 A values‑led culture — be part of an organisation that champions inclusion, innovation, and going beyond.
* 💪 Flexibility that works — hybrid working, flexible patterns, and wellbeing support.
We Offer
* 💷 Competitive salary – We offer compensation that reflects your skills and experience.
* 🏖️ 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
* 👵 Robust Pension Contributions – We offer enhanced pension contributions up to 10% to secure your future.
* ⚕️ Comprehensive Health Coverage – Single medical cover and Digital GP service, with options to add your partner and family.
* 😍 Employee Networks – We have a commitment to hiring a diverse workforce and supporting colleagues of different backgrounds.
* 👶 Family Planning Support – Access to fertility healthcare and family planning services.
* 👨👩👧👦 Enhanced Parental Leave – Enjoy enhanced parental leave pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programs.
* 4️⃣ Life assurance at 4x your salary.
* ♿ Income Protection – Financial security in case of long‑term illness or injury.
* 😄 Wellbeing Hub – Free access to wellbeing apps like Calm and Daily Burn.
* 💼 Professional Development – We cover professional membership fees and provide continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities.
* 😇 Community Engagement – Participate in charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.
Locations Manchester, Leeds, London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Belfast
Contract Permanent | Full‑time (40 hours)
Grade Principal Consultant
About The Opportunity
You’ll join Jacobs’ 1,000‑strong Programmes & Advisory team in Europe, collaborating with specialists across the globe and across disciplines.
Our Economics and Outcomes capability delivers leading‑edge economic analysis, commercial insight, and business case development for clients across the UK, Ireland, and beyond.
Your role will be pivotal in creating integrated environments that support smarter, data‑driven decision‑making.
Responsibilities
* Lead, manage and/or support high‑impact projects across infrastructure development in energy, transport, water, environment, and smart cities.
* Advise public and private sector clients on strategy, investment, transformation, evaluation and learning.
* Work seamlessly across technical and advisory teams to deliver integrated solutions.
* Shape the future of infrastructure, with a strong focus on sustainable development and “no regrets decision making” for our clients in the public and private sectors.
* Build your profile through leadership, mentoring, thought leadership, and global collaboration.
Qualifications
* Relevant academic qualifications in economics, public policy, finance, or a related discipline.
* Significant experience in economic consulting or advisory environments.
* A strong strategic mindset – experience in market assessment, business cases, and impact evaluation.
* Commercial acumen – including consultancy sales, project delivery, and client engagement.
* Technical capability – spreadsheet modelling, and experience with GIS, data analytics, or big data tools.
* Sector expertise – in infrastructure, energy transition, transport, water, places or sustainable development.
* Clear, compelling communication skills — able to influence stakeholders and shape powerful narratives.
We’re seeking people with a genuine passion for economics and strategic advisory, and the confidence to deliver value across complex, high profile programmes.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now.
Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40 hour working week as standard.
We value collaboration and our hybrid working policy supports delivering best work.
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. 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 are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice, and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging.
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation.
We acknowledge and comply with EEO policy and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process upon request.
Join Jacobs and help make the world a better place.
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