Geomorphologist

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking a Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist to join its Water Catchment Management team. This role involves delivering complex solutions across various sectors, including water utilities and highways. Key responsibilities include characterising watercourses, reviewing projects, and collaborating with specialists to enhance biodiversity and restore rivers. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and have experience in environmental assessments. The position supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Well-being and flexible working arrangements

Global giving and volunteering programmes

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Chartered status or ambition to achieve it.
• Experience in environmental assessments and programme management.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Characterise watercourses and assess impacts.
• Review Water Environment EIAR for infrastructure projects.
• Develop Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Create designs for river restoration.
• Conduct hydrological surveys and monitoring.

Skills

Sediment sample collection

River channel surveying

Coastal erosion monitoring

GIS and remote sensing

Hydraulic analysis

Sediment transport analysis

Habitat creation

Education

Degree/MSc in Environmental Science, Earth Science or Geography

Job description

Jacobs, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Your impact

To support our ongoing business wins and future development aspirations, we have created a new role as Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist. You will be an integral part of the Water Catchment Management team, collaborating with a market‑leading group of water specialists, hydrologists, geomorphologists and hydro‑geologists to deliver complex solutions and projects across water utilities, rivers, coastlines, highways and energy 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 develop 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 the financial performance of projects.
• Work with design to ensure overall integrity, governance and change management aligns with deliverables and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with H&S regulations, embedding a culture of caring throughout design and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree/MSc in Environmental Science, Earth Science or Geography.
• Chartered status or a clear ambition to achieve Chartered status.
• 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, monitoring coastal erosion.
• GIS and remote sensing experience: mapping landforms, analysing LiDAR and satellite imagery.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and sediment transport analysis, river restoration and coastal processes.
• Demonstrable experience in coastal habitat creation and erosion control.

Requirements for Applicants

We value collaboration and the development of colleagues, and we welcome applications from individuals who seek flexible working, those who may not meet every listed requirement, and from disabled candidates who best meet the criteria.

Employment Details

Senior level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other

Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services and IT Consulting

Benefits and Working Arrangements

Hybrid working policy: split weekly between Jacobs offices, projects and remote locations.

Well‑being and flexible working arrangements, global giving and volunteering programmes, and opportunities to develop professional skills.

EEO Statement

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 value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery.

Additional Support

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