Ecologist Consultant: Biodiversity, EIAR & Stakeholder Liaison

WSP Global Inc.; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Belfast is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our growing Nature Services Team and work on nationally significant infrastructure projects, renewables, and utility refurbishments.

You will collaborate with a range of disciplines and mentor junior team members while delivering ecological surveys, EIAR chapters, and Appropriate Assessments. A strong grounding in UK and NI wildlife legislation is essential, along with clear communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Academic qualification and/or experience in a related discipline.
• Membership of CIEEM, IEMA or similar.
• Experience in consultancy and UK/NI wildlife law.
• Experience with Irish habitats and species; EIAR and Appropriate Assessments.
• Strong communication skills and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute ecology surveys (Extended Phase 1, protected species).
• Prepare tenders and ecological deliverables (PEAs, EIAR chapters, Appropriate Assessments).
• Design mitigation and biodiversity enhancements (BNG).
• Client liaison and project management.
• Consultation with regulators and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a positive working environment.

Skills

Ecology surveys

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Mentoring juniors

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Related discipline degree

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Belfast is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our growing Nature Services Team and work on nationally significant infrastructure projects, renewables, and utility refurbishments.

You will collaborate with a range of disciplines and mentor junior team members while delivering ecological surveys, EIAR chapters, and Appropriate Assessments. A strong grounding in UK and NI wildlife legislation is essential, along with clear communication and project management skills.