Senior Ecologist

RPS Group; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the environmental sector is seeking a Senior Ecologist in Eastleigh, UK, to lead ecological assessments and develop innovative solutions for renewable energy projects. Candidates must possess a degree in a relevant field and CIEEM membership, along with strong project management and communication skills. The role includes undertaking field surveys, writing detailed reports, and building client relationships. The company offers flexible working options and prioritizes professional growth.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Accredited training provider

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience of writing and delivering Breadth of ECoW on various projects.
• Experience with EPS and other license applications.
• Experienced EPS licensed consultant (Class 1 or 2 bat or other species).

Responsibilities

• Planning and undertaking habitat and protected species surveys.
• Writing and delivering Technical Reports, EcIA, ES chapter.
• Managing financial aspects of projects.
• Generating new work streams with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Full membership of CIEEM

Job description

Senior Ecologist

RPS is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team, part of the wider UK Environment Division. We deliver numerous renewable energy project inputs, including ecological appraisals, ornithological surveys and studies, other protected species surveys, mitigation design and construction and post-construction supervision and monitoring. RPS is a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy and we specialise in all areas of the built and natural environment, shaping the future of our environmental, social and economic landscapes.

What you’ll be doing

• Planning and undertaking habitat and protected species surveys, supervising field staff and survey effort to identify key receptors, constraints and opportunities to developments.
• Writing and delivering Technical Reports, EcIA, ES chapter, inputting into HRA reports, and design and implement mitigation and compensation measures to meet the requirements of NPF4.
• Undertaking the management of the financial aspects of projects, with the support of senior management.
• Working with senior management and clients to generate new work streams and providing input to and leading tenders for new work.
• There will be travel involved so you will need to have a full UK driving licence.

Who we’re looking for

• Full membership of CIEEM and have a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• You’ll have experience of writing and delivering Breadth of ECoW on a range of projects and understand the process of preparing and implementing EPS and other licence applications.
• You may be an experienced EPS licensed consultant (Class 1 or preferably 2 bat or other species) and have full knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation and best practice survey techniques.
• Good time and project management skills are a must as are sound influencing and communication skills that enable you to build, maintain and consolidate working relationships with colleagues, clients and external bodies.

What’s in it for you?

• We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.
• A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.
• We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
• We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you’re part of the solution.

RPS is now a Tetra Tech company

On 24 January 2023, RPS became a Tetra Tech company. This represents an exciting new chapter in our business. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services, and our combined offering and technical capability is broad and deep.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Mindful that a truly inclusive organization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company’s future.

Our approach to Diversity and inclusion

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.

‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:
‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’

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