Land Quality Principal / Associate Director

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 We are seeking a highly skilled Land Quality Principal / Associate Director to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in geo-environmental consultancy, particularly in the private sector.  This role involves leading complex projects on time and budget, providing expert advice and ensuring compliance. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage geo-environmental assessments, for a variety of projects across a wide range of sectors. Develop and implement strategies for land quality assessment and remediation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality consultancy services. Prepare detailed reports and presentations for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. Manage implementation of ground investigations and assessments to evaluate land contamination and environmental risks. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior consultants and team members. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business. Provide safety leadership aligned to our Beyond Zero values and culture of caring.   Here’s what you’ll need Qualifications and skills The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills. Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Extensive experience in geo-environmental consultancy. Proven track record in managing private sector projects and client relationships across all project life-stages (desk study through to remediation implementation). Strong understanding of Detailed Quantitative Risk Assessment approaches. Strong understanding of environmental legislation and risk assessment methodologies (including UK and international standards such as ASTM) Strong understanding of emerging contaminants such as PFAS. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Good digital data assessment expertise. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Professional certifications (e.g., Chartered Environmentalist, CGeol, SiLC etc.) are a plus. The successful candidate will be working within a team of over 70 contamination specialists throughout the UK and Europe, providing strategic advice and innovative solutions to manage our clients’ environmental liabilities. We have flexibility on where this role is based and we have offices in many major towns and cities across the UK.  40-hour week, part-time working is supported.  We firmly encourage all our team members to be in an office (or on-site) for at least 50% of their working week.  Applicants are required to have a UK passport or valid work visa. At Jacobs, we’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  With more than 77,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.  In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive: Up to 10% company contribution into their pension Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships Support to their local communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave. Wellbeing support and resources: Free employee medical cover and digital GP service Mindfulness Platform Dedicated Workplace Support 1:1 Counselling Consultations, Confidential information & counselling service provided by Optum. Emotional Wellbeing Solutions is a free confidential information and counselling service available 24/7 via phone or online. Experienced consultants are available to discuss finance, legal, family matters and counselling can be provided for personal support Online demand fitness platform provided by Daily Burn Personalised financial planning and support provided by Origin, with 1:1 access to dedicated certified financial planners. Fertility and family benefits and support: Enhanced parental leave pay Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefit provided by Carrot. With Carrot, you can virtually chat with experts, explore educational resources, find a vetted provider, and use employer-sponsored funds to pay for care. Get support with: understanding fertility health, preservation (egg, sperm, embryo), assisted reproduction (e.g., in vitro fertilisation), adoption, gestational surrogacy, donor assistance, pregnancy, menopause, and low testosterone. A free parental success solution and neurodiversity training benefit provided by RethinkCare Family. The family solution gives you and your family 24/7 access to behavioural health support tools and resources to help parents or caregivers of children raise happy, healthy and resilient children: 1:1 digital & live support – unlimited access to Board Certified Behaviour Analysts and thousands of clinically validated audio/visual trainings, including support with ADHD & developmental disabilities. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss the different working patterns we offer: Hybrid working Part-time role Flexible working hours Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. 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. Find out more about life at Jacobs. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women’s – find out more about our employee networks here. Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent.  For greater online accessibility please visit  www.vercida.com  to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. 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. Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join Jacobs then please let us know.