Principal Econometrics Consultant / Associate Director / Senior Associate As a Principal Economics Consultant or Associate Director / Senior Associate, you'll be at the forefront of shaping infrastructure investment and policy decisions that drive societal progress
You'll lead high-profile advisory projects across transport, energy, utilities, and housing - helping public & private sector clients make evidence-based decisions that improve lives and communities
Your work will influence national strategies, deliver measurable outcomes, and contribute to a more sustainable future
This is your chance to make a real difference - combining technical excellence with strategic insight in a role that blends leadership, innovation, and purpose
What's in it for You?
Shape national infrastructure and investment strategy
Lead advisory projects with real-world impact
Collaborate with global experts across disciplines
Access leadership development and technical networks
Enjoy flexible working and wellbeing support
We offer
* Competitive salary : We offer compensation that reflects your skills and experience
* Flexible Work Arrangements : Benefit from hybrid, part-time, and flexible working hours, patterns, and locations
* 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
* 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
* 4 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 : London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin
Contract Type : Permanent, Full-Time
Grade : Principal Consultant
About the opportunity
You'll join Jacobs' Economics and Outcomes team, part of our wider Programmes & Advisory unit, working alongside global experts in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role offers :
* Leadership of impactful projects across infrastructure, transport, and utilities
* Advanced technical work in econometrics, applied statistics, and large-scale data analysis
* Strategic influence in shaping business cases, policy evaluations, and investment appraisals
* Client-facing engagement with opportunities to grow relationships and identify new business
* A platform for growth, with access to global networks, leadership development, and flexible working.
Qualifications
* A degree or masters in economics, econometrics, statistics, finance, public policy, or a related field
* Proven success in economic advisory, consulting, or public sector analysis
* Advanced skills in R, Python, Stata, or similar tools, and experience working with large datasets (for econometrics specialists)
* Proven ability to apply econometric techniques to real-world infrastructure or policy challenges (for econometrics specialists)
* Strong familiarity with appraisal frameworks and business case development
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to shape compelling narratives and influence stakeholders
* Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior consultants
* A passion for delivering quality, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Apply NOW!
Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40 hour working week as standard.
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