Senior Ecologist — HRA & Planning Specialist

Arup

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

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Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced ecologist with strong Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) expertise to join our growing ecology team. You will lead and support HRA work across infrastructure, development and planning projects, working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust and practical solutions.

The role covers projects from local proposals to regional and nationally significant infrastructure.

Qualifications

Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
Chartered status or working towards chartership (Desirable).
Strong experience preparing and reviewing HRA documentation.
Excellent understanding of Habitats Regulations and guidance.
Experience applying ecological evidence to planning and consenting decisions.
Knowledge of SEA, EIA and emerging EORs.

Responsibilities

Lead and support HRA work across infrastructure, development and planning projects.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, practical solutions.
Advise clients and regulators through planning processes and decision making.
Contribute to projects from local proposals to regional strategies and national infrastructure.