Lead Ecologist – Energy Transition Projects (Hybrid)

Enexa Partners; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Enexa Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to provide specialist ecological expertise across planning, development and delivery of projects in Ireland's energy transition space.

You will lead preparation, review and QA of ecological assessments, AA screening and Natura Impact Statements, and provide technical leadership to project teams while ensuring compliance with legislation and professional standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years’ relevant professional experience.
• Chartered status with an appropriate professional body.
• Full membership of CIEEM (Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management).

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review and delivery of Specialist Ecological Assessments and documentation.
• Prepare and oversee Appropriate Assessment (AA) Screening Reports and Natura Impact Statements (NIS).
• Provide Technical Oversight and Quality Assurance of Ecological Deliverables, ensuring outputs are robust and of professional standard.
• Lead Ecological input throughout project development, from feasibility through planning, consenting and delivery.
• Identify and assess potential Ecological Impacts and constraints, providing mitigation measures.
• Provide Specialist Ecological Advice to project teams and support informed design decisions.
• Coordinate Ecological Surveys, assessments and inputs, ensuring scope and timing align with programme requirements.
• Review Ecological Reports prepared by consultants and contractors.
• Support Engagement with stakeholders and statutory bodies on ecological matters.
• Ensure Ecological Deliverables comply with legislation and professional standards.
• Manage Ecological Risks and interfaces across projects, escalating issues as required.
• Maintain high professional and technical standards in line with CIEEM good practice.

Skills

Ecological expertise

Technical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Chartered status / CIEEM membership

Job description

Enexa Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to provide specialist ecological expertise across planning, development and delivery of projects in Ireland's energy transition space.

You will lead preparation, review and QA of ecological assessments, AA screening and Natura Impact Statements, and provide technical leadership to project teams while ensuring compliance with legislation and professional standards.