Principal Ecologist

Arcadis; Warrington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead and deliver ecological projects across the UK. You will oversee diverse surveys, assessments and biodiversity strategies, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with environmental and health and safety standards.

You will guide a team of ecologists, drive technical excellence, and contribute to project growth while supporting mentoring and personal development within the Environmental team.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of ecological principles and biodiversity metrics.
• In-depth knowledge of particular plant or animal groups and field survey skills.
• Proven track record writing PEAs, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, EcIA, and Ecology Chapters for Environmental Statements.
• Proven track record writing HRAs.
• Excellent commercial and project management skills for a range of project sizes.
• Experience with bid production and client interaction.
• Ability to line manage and potentially lead a team.
• Hold survey and/or mitigation licenses.
• Leads in design and compliance of biosecurity and health and safety protocols.
• Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist (or approaching).
• Full member of CIEEM.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage delivery of a range of projects to meet time, budgetary and SHEQ targets.
• Ensure quality control and coordination of tasks within the unit or project team.
• Provide direction and technical advice on ecological projects.
• Support personal development and mentoring within the team.
• Travel to assign sites and client meetings as needed.

Skills

Ecological principles

Biodiversity metrics

Field survey skills

Commercial & project management

Bid production & client interaction

Line management / leadership

Licenses (survey / mitigation)

Biosecurity & health & safety

Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist (

CIEEM membership

Willingness to travel

Education

Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist (or approaching)

Full member of CIEEM

Job description

Overview

Arcadis is the world\'s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are 36,000+ people in 70+ countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. For diverse projects worldwide, we solve complex challenges and deliver impact.

Role description

As a Principal Ecologist, you will join our team of over 50 ecologists with more than 30 years of experience in ecological surveys and assessments, soil, land use, hydrology, sustainable drainage, arboriculture, ecosystem service, biodiversity strategies and metrics, and cultural heritage. We have completed over 2,000 projects across the UK, Europe and beyond for public and private clients. Current projects include Urban and Greenfield Residential Development, Highway and Rail Schemes, Power Stations, Electrical and Gas Infrastructure, and work for EDF Energy, Welsh Government, Transport for Wales, Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, NRW, National Grid, the Environment Agency, Transport for London, Highways England, Network Rail, Canal and River Trust, Housing Associations and Local Authorities. We also engage internationally via Environmental, Social and Health Impact Assessments and our Natural Capital Community of Practice.

As part of our Environmental team, you\'ll help improve quality of life. With your specialism in environmental management, or your technical or sustainability expertise, your work could involve protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality or noise, in some of the world\'s busiest and most beautiful locations. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources while powering our world for future generations.

Role accountabilities

As a Principal Ecologist, you will be accountable for quality control, coordination and completion of assigned tasks and projects within the Business Unit or project team. You will gain experience across a wide portfolio of projects to enhance your skills and technical knowledge. You will lead and manage delivery of a range of projects to meet time, budgetary and SHEQ targets, manage ecological aspects of client relationships to exceed client expectations, and provide direction and technical advice on projects.

We offer personal development and mentoring by industry-recognised Technical Leaders to support your career growth and training.

Qualifications & Experience

• Detailed knowledge of ecological principles, biodiversity metrics, relevant environmental and ecological impact assessment (EcIA) legislation, policy and guidance.
• In-depth knowledge of particular plant or animal groups and appropriate field survey skills.
• Proven track record writing and delivering PEAs, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs) and Ecology Chapters for Environmental Statements.
• Proven track record writing HRAs.
• Excellent commercial and project management skills for a range of project sizes.
• Proven experience of bid production and client interaction.
• Ability to line manage and potentially lead a team.
• Hold survey and/or mitigation/conservation licenses.
• Leads in the design and compliance of biosecurity and health and safety protocols.
• Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist (or approaching).
• Full member of CIEEM.
• The ability to travel, when necessary.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. Our six ED&I workstreams include Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race.

Note: This description reflects the role and responsibilities at Arcadis and is not a job posting for other roles.