Project Ecologist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Castlebar; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Project Ecologist to join our growing ecology team in Ireland. You will contribute to infrastructure and development projects, delivering habitat, flora and fauna surveys and ecological assessments.

You will produce high-quality technical reports (EcIA, PEA, NIS, EIAR) and provide ecological input through planning, design, construction and operation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive environmental outcomes.

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• 3+ years' post-graduate experience within ecological consultancy or a related environmental field.
• A good understanding of Irish ecological legislation, planning processes and relevant European environmental directives and case law.
• Experience carrying out habitat, flora and fauna surveys and preparing ecological assessments.
• Membership of CIEEM.
• Excellent communication, report writing and organisational skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake habitat, flora and fauna surveys and contribute to ecological assessments.
• Prepare high-quality reports including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Appropriate Assessment Screening reports, Natura Impact Statements (NIS) and EIAR chapters.
• Provide ecological advice throughout the planning, design, construction and operational stages of projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver environmental outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Stantec, we believe that protecting and enhancing our natural environment is fundamental to creating resilient communities. As our Environmental Services team continues to grow across Ireland, we're looking for a talented Project Ecologist to join our expanding ecology team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious ecology professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality environmental projects while continuing to develop their technical expertise and career. Working alongside experienced ecologists, planners and engineers, you'll contribute to a diverse range of infrastructure and development projects that help shape a more sustainable future for communities across Ireland.

You'll become part of a collaborative and supportive team where your knowledge, ideas and enthusiasm will help deliver innovative environmental solutions while providing excellent opportunities for professional growth.

YOUR IMPACT

As a Project Ecologist, you'll play an important role in delivering ecological services across a wide variety of infrastructure and development projects. You'll undertake habitat, flora and fauna surveys, contribute to ecological assessments, and prepare high-quality technical reports including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Appropriate Assessment Screening reports, Natura Impact Statements (NIS) and EIAR chapters.

Working closely with experienced ecologists and multidisciplinary project teams, you'll provide ecological advice throughout the planning, design, construction and operational stages of projects, helping to deliver positive environmental outcomes for our clients. You'll collaborate with colleagues across a range of disciplines, contribute to technical excellence within the team, and continue developing your ecological knowledge and consultancy skills as you build your career with Stantec.

ABOUT YOU

You'll be an ecology professional who is passionate about biodiversity, sustainability and delivering high-quality environmental outcomes. You enjoy working collaboratively, are motivated to develop your technical expertise, and are confident managing your own workload while contributing to multidisciplinary project teams.

You'll also have:

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• 3+ years' post-graduate experience within ecological consultancy or a related environmental field.
• A good understanding of Irish ecological legislation, planning processes and relevant European environmental directives and case law.
• Experience carrying out habitat, flora and fauna surveys and preparing ecological assessments.
• Membership of CIEEM.
• Excellent communication, report writing and organisational skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A full, clean driving licence.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment to assist with the growth of your career
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the Ireland - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard!

About Stantec

Whether you’re starting out on your engineering career or are looking for a fresh challenge, Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, is a great career move.

Based in Dublin, Galway, Castlebar and Cork, we are actively recruiting for team players with experience in any of the following areas – water and wastewater treatment process and network design, integrated network management, structural design, site development, road and bridge engineering, project management and administration.

You’ll be working for a dynamic company with an excellent reputation in the industry.

Stantec, offers a great working environment amongst friendly professionals with an emphasis on teamwork. It’s a company where your ideas and opinions will be valued and your efforts recognised and rewarded.

We have been awarded the silver Investors in Diversity accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity for our commitment to quality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.