Senior Ecologist

RPS Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its UK Environment Division. The role involves planning surveys, preparing reports, and managing project finances, requiring strong project management and communication skills. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and CIEEM membership. The company offers a supportive training environment and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Accredited training provider

Personal development plan

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering ECoW on various projects.
• Knowledge of EPS and license applications.
• Strong understanding of UK and EU wildlife legislation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct habitat and protected species surveys.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports and EcIA.
• Manage project finances with senior management support.
• Collaborate with management and clients on new work streams.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Full CIEEM membership

Job description

RPS, now a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our UK Environment Division. We deliver ecological appraisals, ornithological surveys, protected species studies, mitigation design, and post-construction monitoring for renewable energy projects. RPS is a global multidisciplinary consultancy shaping environmental, social, and economic landscapes.

What you’ll be doing

• Planning and conducting habitat and protected species surveys, supervising field staff, and identifying key receptors and constraints.
• Preparing and delivering technical reports, EcIA, ES chapters, and contributing to HRA reports, along with designing mitigation measures in line with NPF4.
• Managing project finances with support from senior management.
• Collaborating with management and clients to generate new work streams and leading tenders.
• Travel will be involved; a full UK driving license is required.

Who we’re looking for

• Full CIEEM membership and a degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in delivering ECoW on various projects and knowledge of EPS and license applications.
• Possibly an EPS licensed consultant (Class 1 or 2 bat or species), with knowledge of UK and EU wildlife legislation and survey techniques.
• Strong project management, influencing, and communication skills to build relationships with colleagues, clients, and external bodies.

What’s in it for you?

• We are an accredited training provider supporting learning from entry to master’s level qualifications.
• A personal development plan and clear career pathway.
• A diverse, inclusive workplace that values wellbeing and flexible working arrangements.

Joining us means becoming part of a forward-thinking company that values its people and their contributions.