Jacobs, Warrington, England, United Kingdom
Geomorphologist – Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist
At Jacobs we are challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments and operational advancement. As a Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist you will be an integral part of our Water Catchment Management team in the UK, working alongside water specialists, hydrologists, geomorphologists and hydro‑geologists to deliver complex water‑related projects across a range of sectors.
Responsibilities
* Baseline watercourse characterisation and assessment of impacts from water company activities, flood risk management structures and other large infrastructure.
* Coordinate and review Water Environment EIAR chapters for major infrastructure and flood management projects across the UK and Ireland.
* Develop, check, review and approve Biodiversity Net Gain assessments for watercourses and developing options for enhancements.
* Develop concept solutions and designs for river restoration.
* Facilitate the technical delivery of projects, liaising with contractors and regulators.
* Conduct and deliver field‑based solutions including hydrological surveys and monitoring.
* Support and collaborate with multi‑disciplined catchment management teams.
* Ensure the delivery of environmental deliverables and financial performance of projects.
* Work with design teams to ensure the overall integrity, governance and change management align with deliverables and milestones.
* Ensure compliance with H&S regulations, promoting a culture of caring throughout the project delivery lifecycle.
Qualifications
* Degree/MSc in Environmental Science, Earth Science or Geography (or equivalent).
* Chartered status or strong enthusiasm to achieve Chartered qualification.
* Track record in the delivery of technical reviews, environmental assessments and programme management.
* Excellent understanding of key environmental legislation and policies.
* Broad fieldwork experience: collecting sediment samples, surveying river channels and monitoring coastal erosion.
* GIS and remote sensing experience: mapping landforms, analysing LiDAR and satellite imagery.
* Good knowledge of hydraulic and sediment transport analysis for river restoration and coastal environments.
* Demonstrable experience in coastal habitat creation and erosion control.
Benefits & Company Culture
We prioritize safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. Jacobs offers flexible working arrangements, well‑being benefits, global giving and volunteering programmes, and a supportive hybrid working policy that lets you balance office and remote work. As a disability‑confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those seeking flexible working arrangements.
We value collaboration and the growth of our teams. We encourage reasonable adjustments during recruitment – if you need the application form in a different format or further support, please contact the Careers Support team.
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