Senior Ecologist: Lead Projects (Hybrid, Mentoring, Growth)

RSK Ireland Ltd.; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

CPD support

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Professional bodies membership

Career training

Flexible benefits

Job summary

RSK Ireland is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our growing ecology team in Belfast. This permanent, full-time role is hybrid with the option to work from home and in the office.

You will lead survey work and support national planning through biodiversity assessment and project management, working on Ireland-wide and local projects with opportunities for mentoring and professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, zoology, biology, or environmental science.
• 7+ years of experience or proven, previous experience in a similar role.
• Full driving licence with access to your own vehicle.
• Membership of CIEEM – level commensurate with experience.
• Desire and ability to work well within a team, and mentor junior colleagues.
• Pro-active attitude to managing your own time, finding solutions and ensuring that work is delivered on time and to the required standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage medium/large projects and tenders from inception to finalisation.
• Manage project finance, resource allocation, sub-contractors, risk and quality assurance, ensuring timely delivery.
• Mentor junior members and coordinate ecology surveyors.
• Develop team in ecology disciplines (ornithology, bats, freshwater, marine, etc.).
• Produce high-quality data analyses and technical reports.
• Provide solid technical advice to clients and support business development.

Skills

Time management

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Degree in ecology, zoology, biology, or environmental science

CIEEM membership

Job description

RSK Ireland is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our growing ecology team in Belfast. This permanent, full-time role is hybrid with the option to work from home and in the office.

You will lead survey work and support national planning through biodiversity assessment and project management, working on Ireland-wide and local projects with opportunities for mentoring and professional development.