Senior Aquatic Ecologist – Hybrid Work + River Restoration

Stantec; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Group pension plan

Life assurance

Job summary

Stantec is expanding its Freshwater Aquatic Ecology Team in the UK and Ireland, inviting expressions of interest from aquatic ecologists at all levels to protect, enhance and restore freshwater environments.

You'll work on nationally significant projects, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help clients deliver sustainable development while protecting rivers, lakes and wetlands. We value growth, mentorship, and flexible hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aquatic Ecology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Fisheries Science or related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIEEM, IFM or CIWEM) with chartered status desirable for senior roles.
• Experience undertaking freshwater ecological surveys and assessments.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, planning policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in freshwater ecology areas such as fish, macrophyte, macroinvertebrate or diatom surveys.
• Ability to undertake technical reporting and communicate scientific information clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to contribute to project delivery and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver freshwater ecological expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Collaborate with specialists across ecology, hydrology, hydrogeology and engineering.
• Support planning and survey design from early stages through to environmental assessment and monitoring.

Skills

Aquatic ecology expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Client relationships

Education

Degree in Aquatic Ecology or related

Job description

Stantec is expanding its Freshwater Aquatic Ecology Team in the UK and Ireland, inviting expressions of interest from aquatic ecologists at all levels to protect, enhance and restore freshwater environments.

You'll work on nationally significant projects, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help clients deliver sustainable development while protecting rivers, lakes and wetlands. We value growth, mentorship, and flexible hybrid working.