Position Overview Our client is expanding its Environmental Team to provide in-house ecological services and is currently seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist.
The successful candidate will join their dynamic team based in Dublin, collaborating on challenging and exciting projects spanning various sectors, including data centres, large-scale residential developments (LDR), and commercial developments.
The Environmental Team based in Dublin, includes a diverse group including environmental consultants, geologists, hydrogeologists, chemists, and environmental scientists.
The successful candidate will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver and manage a range of ecological input and advice in line with client requirements.
Candidates should have good people skills, be driven, and also work well in a team environment.
A balance of technical, communication/written and field skills is sought to flexibly contribute to a variety of different projects.
What's in it for you Competitive salary DOE Work on large scale, high impact projects Excellent benefits package Clear progression path and access to mentorship Main Duties and Responsibilities Technical report writing including preparation of EcIA/biodiversity chapters for EIAR, AA, NIS, and ecological inputs to EIAR Screening, EIAR Scoping, SEA, and Site Selection.
Providing leadership by managing sub-consultants and ecological specialists to meet project requirements effectively.
Communicating with clients, external stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with all project requirements.
Assisting in project and program management of post-planning approval assistance, specifically related to ecology including the provision of ECoW services.
Preparation of and creating proposals to address client needs.
To keep up to date with Irish and EU legislative and best-practice changes with regard to ecology and to brief their environmental team of same.
Assist and take a leading role in the growth of ecological offerings.
Requirements Minimum of 10 years' experience working as an ecological consultant.
Experience in working in the context of Irish and European legislation (e.g., Habitats Directive, Birds Directive, EIA Directive, and transposing Irish Regulations).
Proven track record in preparing EcIA/biodiversity chapters for EIAR, AA/NIS.
Minimum BSc or BA (Hons) degree in ecology or related discipline (post graduate qualification desired).
Full or eligibility for full membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management.
Confidence working with GIS platforms.
Full Clean Driving Licence.