Technical Lead, Marine Ecology & Strategy

Arup; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Profit Share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup is seeking an experienced Technical Lead – Marine Ecologist to drive growth, quality, and sustainability of our Marine Ecology offering across the UK and Europe. This strategic role requires deep technical expertise, market opportunity mapping, and the ability to build strong client relationships.

The successful candidate will ensure the Marine Ecology service remains commercially robust, technically excellent, and aligned with client needs and future market drivers.

Qualifications

• Degree (and ideally postgraduate qualification) in Marine Ecology, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Chartered status (CEnv, CEcol or equivalent) desirable.
• Proven track record in Marine Ecology with extensive project and technical leadership experience across UK and/or European waters.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, policy drivers, and best practice in marine ecology and marine environmental management.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain client relationships at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Map existing and potential Marine Ecology opportunities across UK and Europe.
• Build strong relationships with major clients; position Arup as a trusted advisor.
• Audit skills and capacity in the marine ecology team; plan reskilling and recruitment.
• Lead delivery on complex Marine Ecology projects with regulatory compliance and quality.

Skills

Marine Ecology

Client relationship building

Strategic market development

Regulatory frameworks

Lead project delivery

Education

Degree in Marine Ecology / Marine Biology / Environmental Science

Job description

Arup is seeking an experienced Technical Lead – Marine Ecologist to drive growth, quality, and sustainability of our Marine Ecology offering across the UK and Europe. This strategic role requires deep technical expertise, market opportunity mapping, and the ability to build strong client relationships.

The successful candidate will ensure the Marine Ecology service remains commercially robust, technically excellent, and aligned with client needs and future market drivers.