Senior Ecologist, HRA & Planning Specialist (Hybrid)

Arup; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

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

We offer a hybrid working model and a supportive environment that values diverse perspectives. This role provides opportunities to influence planning decisions and contribute to nature-positive outcomes for clients and

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 the Habitats Regulations and associated guidance.
• Experience applying ecological evidence to planning and consenting decisions.
• Knowledge of wider environmental assessment processes, including SEA, EIA and emerging Environmental Outcomes Reports (EORs).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support HRA work across infrastructure, development and planning projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, practical solutions.
• Help clients navigate an increasingly challenging regulatory landscape.

Skills

HRA expertise

HRA documentation

Planning & policy interface

Ecology knowledge

Environmental assessment know-how

Education

Ecology/Environmental Science degree

Chartered status or working towards chartership

Job description

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

We offer a hybrid working model and a supportive environment that values diverse perspectives. This role provides opportunities to influence planning decisions and contribute to nature-positive outcomes for clients and