Lead Civil Engineer - Rivers (Uk Wide) in Edinburgh

Jacobs believes we are 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.

As the largest consultancy operating in flood risk management and river engineering in the UK, we are committed to collaborative client relationships and delivering high quality, innovative, sustainable solutions. Our project portfolio spans the full lifecycle from feasibility studies through appraisal and optioneering to detailed design and site support, providing a wide range of opportunities to develop experience and advance your career.

Remit of your role

• Lead multi‐disciplinary teams to develop high‐quality, sustainable flood risk management solutions.
• Tackle challenging engineering problems to find affordable, sustainable solutions whilst adhering to all design quality assurance standards.
• Mitigate environmental impact at the outset to provide integrated design solutions.
• Address climate change increases in flood risk and the need to push down cost and carbon footprint.
• Contribute to a collaborative delivery approach, supporting clients with stakeholder engagement (public, flood risk management authorities).
• Support an engaged and supportive team environment, taking an active role in mentoring and professional development.
• Develop technical scopes, support programme and budget‐setting, and gain approvals.
• Understand, communicate, manage and mitigate project risk.

What you'll need

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered status (ICE, CIWEM or similar).
• Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design and design & build.
• Knowledge of current UK design standards, guidance and working practices.
• Expertise in delivering both traditional engineering and environmentally focused solutions.
• Excellent commercial, contractual and programme experience.
• Proven experience mentoring and developing colleagues and peers.

Benefits and values

Joining Jacobs connects you locally and globally, with a focus on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, support mental health, promote flexible working arrangements, and offer well‐being benefits, global giving and volunteering programmes, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including employee networks, communities of practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, enabling every employee to find connection, purpose and belonging.

As a disability‐confident employer, we interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and welcome applications from those seeking flexible working or who may not meet all listed requirements.

We value collaboration and believe that in‐person interactions are crucial for both culture and client delivery. Our hybrid working policy allows you to split your work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.