Geomorphologist

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Geomorphologist to conduct environmental assessments and develop river restoration solutions. The role requires a degree in Environmental Science or related field, strong fieldwork experience, and knowledge of GIS. You will work on major infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation while fostering a culture of safety and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global giving and volunteering programme

Qualifications

• Track record in technical reviews and environmental assessments.
• Excellent understanding of environmental legislation and policies.
• Broad fieldwork experience collecting sediment samples.

Responsibilities

• Baseline watercourse characterisation and impact assessment.
• Coordinate and review Water Environment EIAR chapters.
• Develop and approve Biodiversity Net Gain assessments for watercourses.

Skills

Technical reviews

Environmental assessments

Programme management

GIS and remote sensing

Sediment transport analysis

Fieldwork experience

Education

Degree/MSc in Environmental Science

Chartered status (or pursuing)

Job description

Jacobs Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Geomorphologist

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:

• Baseline watercourse characterisation and assessment of impacts from water company activities, flood risk management structures and other large infrastructure.
• Coordinate and review of 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, in liaison 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 in collaboration with design to ensure the overall integrity, governance and change management is in line with deliverables and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with H&S regulations, promoting a culture of caring embedded throughout both the design and project delivery lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree/MSc in Environmental Science, Earth Science or Geography.
• Chartered or keen to achieve Chartered status.
• A track record in the delivery of technical reviews, environmental assessments and programme management.
• An 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, analyzing LiDAR and satellite imagery.
• Good knowledge of hydraulic and sediment transport analysis for river restoration and coastal projects.
• Demonstrable experience of coastal habitat creation and erosion control.

Benefits and Culture

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on the foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business and truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering programme, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

We are a disability confident employer and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working or from those who may not meet all listed requirements.

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