Lead Ecologist: Planning, Surveys & Biodiversity

Tetra Tech; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Planning & Environmental team in Belfast. The role involves designing and undertaking ecological surveys, interpreting data, and producing clear reports to support planning applications and licensing across the UK and Ireland.

You will lead site surveys, coordinate with clients and regulators, and help shape sustainable design solutions while mentoring junior staff in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• You will hold a degree in an ecological or environmental discipline and be a member of CIEEM.
• Significant previous experience in an ecological consultancy role is required.
• Full current driving licence and access to transport for travel to survey sites across the UK and Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality ecological input across a wide portfolio of projects.
• Lead ecological surveys, interpret data and produce robust, well-structured reports for planning and licensing.
• Liaise with clients, regulators and project teams to integrate ecological considerations from the outset.
• Support multidisciplinary teams and contribute to business development.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Time management

Project coordination

Teamwork

Education

Degree in ecological or environmental discipline

Member of CIEEM (or equivalent)

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Planning & Environmental team in Belfast. The role involves designing and undertaking ecological surveys, interpreting data, and producing clear reports to support planning applications and licensing across the UK and Ireland.

You will lead site surveys, coordinate with clients and regulators, and help shape sustainable design solutions while mentoring junior staff in a multidisciplinary environment.