Senior Ecologist

RPS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RPS is seeking a Senior Ecologist to contribute to environmental projects across the UK. This role entails planning habitat surveys, managing projects, and preparing technical reports. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in ecology, CIEEM membership, and strong project management skills. The position offers the opportunity to work on significant renewable energy initiatives, joining a team dedicated to creating sustainable solutions.

Benefits

Accredited training provider with professional development opportunities

Flexible working options

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in writing technical reports and conducting ecological impact assessments.
• Knowledge of UK and EU wildlife legislation and survey techniques.
• Ability to manage project finances and relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Planning and conducting habitat and protected species surveys.
• Writing ecological impact assessments and technical reports.
• Managing financial aspects of the projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Ecological Surveying

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Full membership of CIEEM

Job description

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RPS, a TetraTech company, is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team, part of the wider UK Environment Division.

About The Team

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.

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.

We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s over 30,000 strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference.Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will have the opportunity to benefit from an exciting and diverse workload, delivering high quality support for private and public-sector clients across the UK including exciting infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

You’ll Be

• 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 is in it for you?

We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.



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