Principal Ecologist

Gaia Talent; Leinster; Híbrido; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid working arrangements

Bonuses (performance-related)

Professional development and charterry

Income protection and employee benefi

Leadership opportunity to grow ecology

Resumo da oferta

Gaia Talent is partnering with an established multidisciplinary environmental consultancy to recruit a Principal Ecologist to lead, develop and expand its ecology offering. This role blends technical leadership, team growth and business development within a well‑established firm.

You will lead a growing team of ecologists, oversee EIAR, EcIA and NIS work, manage complex projects across infrastructure and energy, and shape the service\'s future direction while developing client relationships and

Qualificações

• Over 10 years' experience in ecological consultancy.
• Deep knowledge of Irish ecological assessments, legislation and planning.
• Proven project leadership and mentoring of ecologists.
• Commercial acumen with client relationship management.
• CIEEM membership or equivalent recognition.
• Full driving licence.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, mentor and develop a growing ecology team.
• Provide technical oversight of EcIA, EIAR Biodiversity Chapters, NIS and AA Screening.
• Oversee protected species surveys, habitat assessments and management plans.
• Manage complex ecological projects across infrastructure, energy, industrial and development sectors.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to tenders and proposals.
• Collaborate with senior management to shape the future direction of the ecology service.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Mentoring

Client management

Project management

Team development

Formação académica

CIEEM membership (or equivalent)

Ferramentas

EcIA

AA Screening

NIS (Natura Impact Statements)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Gaia Talent is partnering with an established multidisciplinary environmental consultancy seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to lead, develop and expand its ecology offering. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior ecological professional looking to combine technical leadership, team development and business growth within a well-established consultancy.

The Role:

• Lead, mentor and develop a growing team of ecological consultants.
• Provide technical oversight of EcIA, EIAR Biodiversity Chapters, AA Screening and Natura Impact Statements (NIS).
• Oversee protected species surveys, habitat assessments and ecological management plans.
• Manage complex ecological projects across infrastructure, energy, industrial and development sectors.
• Develop client relationships, support business development and contribute to tenders and proposals.
• Work closely with senior management to shape the future direction of the ecology service.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in ecological consultancy.
• Strong technical expertise in Irish ecological assessments, legislation and planning requirements.
• Proven experience leading projects and mentoring ecological professionals.
• Commercial awareness and experience in client relationship management.
• CIEEM membership or equivalent professional recognition.
• Full driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to lead and grow an ecology team
• Commensurate, industry-leading financial compensation
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Performance-related bonuses
• Professional development and chartership support
• Income protection and additional employee benefits
• A genuine opportunity to influence business growth and technical direction