Associate Director Ecology

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Ecology to lead a dynamic team in Birmingham. This role offers a diverse workload, managing ecological projects for both private and public-sector clients across the UK. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality ecological assessments, fostering client relationships, and ensuring project success through effective management. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about ecology and looking to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Disability scheme

Share incentive

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Health screening

Employee assistance program

Dental cover

Professional memberships

Qualifications

• Established ecological consultant with extensive project management experience.
• Full membership of CIEEM and a degree in a relevant subject required.

Responsibilities

• Grow, manage, and support the ecological team delivering various ecological services.
• Project manage diverse workloads and supervise field staff and survey efforts.

Skills

Ecological Consultancy

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Ecological Impact Assessments

Habitat Surveys

Knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation

Ornithological Expertise

Botanical Expertise

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

Full membership of CIEEM

Job description

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We are searching for an experienced Associate Director Ecology at our Birmingham - Newhall Street facility.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

RPS is looking for an Associate Director within the Ecology team in Birmingham. The candidate will grow, manage, and support the ecological team delivering master planning inputs, ecological appraisals, ornithological surveys and studies, other protected species surveys, mitigation design and construction, and post-construction supervision and monitoring. RPS is a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy specializing in all areas of the built and natural environment, shaping future environmental, social, and economic landscapes.

Your role

You will have the opportunity to benefit from an exciting and diverse workload, delivering high-quality support for private and public-sector clients across the UK, including infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

You will build long-lasting client relationships, generate and manage new business, and be responsible for financial planning and management. You will project manage a wide and varied workload, supervise field staff and survey efforts, and have technical oversight and sign-off on project outputs.

You will also undertake site surveys, ecological impact assessments, as well as ecological mitigation design and implementation.

Travel will be involved, for which we will provide a car allowance, so a full UK driving licence is required.

Your skills and experience

We would like you to have full membership of CIEEM and a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. You should be an established ecological consultant with extensive project management experience and consultancy background. Leading a team and developing good client relationships to secure repeat business and new clients are essential.

Experience with protected species, ornithological or botanical expertise, planning and undertaking habitat surveys, and identifying indicator plant species and habitat types are required. Full knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation and best practice survey techniques is also necessary.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary, investment opportunities, and many benefits including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, options to purchase extra days, pension scheme, disability scheme, share incentive, life assurance, cycle to work, health screening, employee assistance, dental cover, professional memberships, and access to benefits platform with discounts and cashback offers.

We are an accredited training provider supporting learning and development from entry to master's level qualifications in leadership, management, coaching, and mentoring. A personal development plan and transparent career pathway support your growth.

We value diversity, ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. Our inclusive culture prioritizes wellbeing and flexibility, with hybrid working options available.

About RPS and our values

RPS, now part of Tetra Tech, is a global leader in consulting and engineering with over 28,000 employees worldwide. We are committed to fairness, inclusivity, and respect, supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives, including being a Disability Confident Employer and supporting reservists and their families.

Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the interview process to support your performance.

Additional Information

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