Permitting Specialist; f​/m​/d

Position: Permitting Specialist (f/m/d)
Location: Cologno Monzese

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
Jacobs is seeking a  Permitting Specialist  to join our dynamic environmental team in Italy, contributing to a portfolio of impactful and innovative projects at both local and international levels.

At Jacobs, you’ll have the opportunity to build and refine your specialist expertise through a combination of structured training programs and close collaboration with a diverse network of professionals, including engineers, geologists, and chemists, within a truly global and inclusive environment.

In this role, you’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team of project managers, auditors, scientists, engineers, and planners. Through ongoing collaboration and communication, you will play a key role in delivering successful outcomes for our clients. Your responsibilities will include:

Contribute to the development of environmental projects across all stages of the project lifecycle, leveraging your expertise to add value and drive high‑quality outcomes

Provide technical support to the Milan team across a range of environmental services, including permitting and planning, Environmental and Social Impact Assessments, due diligence reviews, and compliance audits

Support initiatives related to energy transition and climate‑focused projects

Ensure adherence to company standards and procedures in quality, environmental management, sustainability, and health & safety

Actively contribute to and promote key company values, including technical excellence, innovation, sustainability, health and safety, and inclusion and diversity

Approach assigned tasks with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset

Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and project stakeholders

Here’s what you’ll need

Degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline

1‑5 years of experience in environmental consultancy/permitting sector

Solid understanding of key environmental permitting regulations (e.g., AIA, AUA, VIA)

Good knowledge of core EHS regulations and sustainability principles

Strong data management and reporting capabilities

Fluency in Italian and English, both written and spoken; additional languages are a plus

Ability to manage multiple priorities, remain adaptable, and work independently

Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team‑oriented approach

Innovative mindset with an interest in digital tools and visual communication

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 .

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