Principal Ecologist (UK wide)

Principal Ecologist – Jacobs UK

Apply from one of our offices across Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Peterborough, and Reading. Jobs available on a permanent full‑time, part‑time, job share, or flexible basis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver major infrastructure projects in the water, transport and energy sectors for clients such as Anglian Water, National Highways and Network Rail.
• Apply expertise in Environmental Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment, and Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Collaborate across disciplines, ensuring ecological requirements are integrated into project design and delivery.
• Lead ecological monitoring programmes, manage surveys and guarantee high‑quality data collection.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders on large‑scale projects, providing expert advice.
• Build cross‑functional networks with spec...