Ecology Expert Opportunity
Senior Ecologist needed for a challenging role within our Environment and Health division. As part of our Biodiversity and Ecosystems Global Service Line, you will work on diverse projects including transport infrastructure, commercial and residential development, and renewable energy initiatives.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
* Manage small to medium scale projects with input on large scale projects such as transport infrastructure projects
* Main point of contact with project managers, clients, partner organisations, and sub-consultants
* Plan and undertake ecological surveys or clerk of work programmes and produce high-quality reports
* Undertake ecological mitigation design and delivery
* Liaise with ecological regulators and planning authorities
* Deliver technical work on complex projects
* Fee proposal preparation and assisting with client relationship management
In addition to the above, at Principal grade the role will involve:
* Effective resource planning, management, and mentoring of an ecology team
* Reviewing reports including EIA chapters, HRA, precautionary methods of work, and species licence applications
* Delivering complex projects on time and managing them to budget
* Business development and client relationship management
You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and expanding team delivering key projects and further developing skills within the environmental consultancy sector.
We are looking for an experienced professional who can communicate effectively in written and spoken English, produce clear and concise written documents, and possess good knowledge of relevant environmental/ecology legislation.
The ideal candidate will have one or more protected species survey licences and experience of holding or implementing development licences.
We offer a commitment to your development, a culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are, and inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
We encourage applicants from all groups to apply.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute positively to the business and build a successful career in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture.