Principal Economics Consultant / Associate Director / Senior Associate

Jacobs Technology Inc.; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Principal Economics Consultant to lead impactful projects across energy, transport, and sustainability sectors. This position requires significant experience in economic consulting, strong communication skills, and a strategic mindset. You'll be driving change through expert analysis and collaborating with various stakeholders to shape future infrastructure. The role offers flexible working options and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work arrangements

24 days holiday + option to buy more

Robust pension contributions

Comprehensive health coverage

Professional development opportunities

Community engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Significant experience in economic consulting or advisory.
• Experience in market assessments, business case development and impact evaluation.
• Sector expertise in energy transition or infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact projects in energy, transport, water, and smart cities.
• Advise clients on strategy, investment, and transformation.
• Collaborate across sectors and capabilities.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Communication skills

Technical proficiency

Commercial acumen

Leadership experience

Education

Relevant academic qualifications in economics, public policy, finance

Tools

Spreadsheet modelling

GIS

Data analytics

Big data tools

Job description

Principal Economics Consultant / Associate Director / Senior Associate

At Jacobs, we challenge 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

• Shape the future of infrastructure, energy, and sustainable development.
• Help clients make smarter, evidence‑based decisions that drive real‑world change.
• From energy transition and future mobility to placemaking and climate response, influence national strategies, unlock investment and deliver social value.
• Lead meaningful projects, guide strategic thinking and contribute to a more connected, inclusive and sustainable world.

What’s in it for You?

• Work on projects that matter — national infrastructure, sustainability and social impact.
• Collaborate with global experts and multidisciplinary teams.
• Access leadership development and technical networks.
• Enjoy flexible working and wellbeing support.
• Be part of a company committed to inclusion, innovation and going beyond.

We offer

• Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• Flexible work arrangements: hybrid, part‑time, and flexible hours, patterns and locations.
• 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
• Robust pension contributions up to 10%.
• Comprehensive health coverage, digital GP service, and options for partners and family.
• Family planning support, fertility healthcare and services.
• Enhanced parental leave pay and employee assistance programmes.
• Life assurance at 4× your salary.
• Income protection for long‑term illness or injury.
• Wellbeing hub, free access to wellbeing apps.
• Professional development – membership fees and CPD opportunities.
• Community engagement – charity matched funding, paid volunteering and donations.

Locations

Manchester, Leeds, London, Birmingham, Edinburgh (with expansion plans in Dublin and Belfast).

Contract Type

Permanent, Full‑Time 40 hours.

Grade

Principal Consultant | Associate Director.

About The Opportunity

You’ll be part of Jacobs’ 1,000‑strong Programmes & Advisory team in Europe, working with global experts across disciplines. Our Economics and Outcomes capability provides cutting‑edge analysis and business case support to clients across the UK, Ireland and beyond.

• Lead high‑impact projects in energy, transport, water, environment and smart cities.
• Advise public and private sector clients on strategy, investment and transformation.
• Collaborate across sectors and capabilities, including technical delivery teams and strategic consultants.
• Shape the future of infrastructure with a focus on decarbonisation, digitalisation and sustainability.
• Grow your career through leadership opportunities, thought leadership and global networks.

What you’ll need

• Relevant academic qualifications in economics, public policy, finance or related fields.
• Significant experience in economic consulting or advisory.
• Strong strategic mindset, with experience in market assessments, business case development and impact evaluation.
• Commercial acumen, with experience in consultancy sales, project delivery and client engagement.
• Technical proficiency in spreadsheet modelling, GIS, data analytics and big data tools.
• Sector expertise in energy transition, infrastructure, regulation or digital transformation.
• Excellent communication skills, able to influence stakeholders and shape compelling narratives.
• Leadership experience, including mentoring teams and driving innovation.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now!