Senior Ecologist

RPS Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RPS Group is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its UK Environment Division, focusing on ecological appraisals and surveys for renewable energy projects. The role involves managing surveys, writing reports, and collaborating with clients while advocating for diversity and well-being in the workplace.

Benefits

Accredited Training

Personal Development Plans

Transparent Career Pathway

Flexible Working

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering ECoW and preparing EPS and other license applications.
• Potentially EPS licensed consultant (Class 1 or 2 bat/species) with knowledge of UK/EU wildlife legislation.

Responsibilities

• Planning and conducting habitat and protected species surveys.
• Writing technical reports and designing mitigation measures compliant with NPF4.
• Managing project finances with senior management support.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Time Management

Influencing

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent

CIEEM Membership

Job description

RPS is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our team within the UK Environment Division. We deliver ecological appraisals, surveys, mitigation design, and 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 for development.
• Writing technical reports, EcIA, ES chapters, contributing to HRA reports, and designing mitigation measures compliant 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 relevant degree or equivalent.
• Experience in delivering ECoW and preparing EPS and other license applications.
• Possibly an EPS licensed consultant (Class 1 or 2 bat/species) with knowledge of UK/EU wildlife legislation and survey techniques.
• Strong time, project management, influencing, and communication skills to build relationships with colleagues, clients, and external bodies.

What’s in it for you?

We offer accredited training, personal development plans, and a transparent career pathway. We value diversity, support flexible working, and prioritize wellbeing. Join us for a career that’s far from ordinary.

About RPS and our commitments

RPS is now part of Tetra Tech, a leading consulting and engineering firm. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, embedding these principles in all our processes to reflect the communities we serve. Our core behavior, ‘Stronger Together,’ emphasizes respect, diversity, and growth.

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