Geomorphologist

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist to join their team in Warrington. You’ll lead projects supporting water management and ecological restoration. The ideal candidate has a degree in Environmental Science or a related field, experience with environmental assessments, and a passion for collaborative project delivery. This role offers a hybrid working model and emphasizes inclusion and flexibility.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health and well-being benefits

Global giving and volunteering programs

Qualifications

• Degree or MSc qualified in Environmental Science, Earth Science, or Geography.
• Chartered status or willingness to achieve it.
• Experience in technical reviews and environmental assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct baseline watercourse assessments and impact analyses.
• Review environmental impact assessment chapters for projects.
• Develop Biodiversity Net Gain assessments for watercourses.

Skills

Environmental assessments

GIS and remote sensing

Hydraulic analysis

Fieldwork experience

Understanding of environmental legislation

Education

Degree or MSc in Environmental Science, Earth Science, or Geography

Job description

Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist – Jacobs

Location: Warrington, England, United Kingdom

Posted 5 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

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

To support our ongoing business wins and future development aspirations, we have created a number of new career opportunities. In the role of Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist you will be an integral part of the continued success of our Water Catchment Management team in the UK. Collaborating with our experienced market leading team of water specialists, hydrologists, geomorphologists, and hydro‑geologists you will support the delivery of complex solutions and projects throughout their lifecycle covering a range of sectors/markets including water utilities, rivers, coastal, highways and energy.

• 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 is embedded throughout both the design and project delivery lifecycle.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Degree or MSc qualified in Environmental Science, Earth Science, or Geography.
• Chartered status or a keen willingness 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.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we 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. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.