Senior Ecologist

Murphy Geospatial; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Ownership opportunity

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company in Kildare, Ireland, is recruiting a Senior Ecologist to strengthen our Ecology Survey offering within the Natural Environment department. The role blends office and site work, engaging with clients and building lasting relationships to protect Ireland's natural environment.

You will lead varied ecology surveys, perform feasibility studies, apply field capture technology, and manage geospatial data through leading GIS platforms.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Chartered Member of CIEEM.
• 2+ years’ project management and client-focused experience.
• Full driving licence and right to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute ecology surveys with field and GIS support.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site investigations.
• Process and interpret geospatial data using GIS platforms.
• Prepare quotations, bids, and contracts.
• Manage projects and build client relationships.
• Travel to client sites as required by projects.

Skills

Ecology surveys

Report writing

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Environmental Science degree

Tools

GPS

UAV

GIS

Job description

Senior Ecologist, Kildare

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.
Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance.

Position Overview

We are currently recruiting a Senior Ecologist to boost our Ecology Survey offering within our Natural Environment department. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Ecologist to work within the expeditious Geospatial industry. The role will appeal to practically minded ecologists who enjoy a balanced mix of office and site-based work, engaging with clients, building long-lasting professional relationships and helping to preserve Irelands natural environment.

What You Will Do

• Manage, plan and execute varied ecology surveys with support of experienced geospatial survey team and associated technologies (GPS, UAV etc.) when required.
• Undertake technical feasibility studies and site investigations.
• Understanding and application of field capture technology.
• Handle, process, manage and interpret geospatial data through industry-leading GIS platforms.
• Prepare quotations, tender bids and negotiate contracts.
• Project Management.
• Build client relationships.
• Any other duties as required by the business.

What You Will Bring

• Degree qualification in relevant field of study (e.g. Environmental Science)
• Chartered Member of CIEEM.
• 2+ years’ experience in the management of projects and delivering a client focused service.
• Competence in but not limited to; all aspects of ecology surveys and report writing.
• High standard of customer service.
• The right to work in Ireland.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide as required by our clients.
• Possess a full clean Irish/EU Driving license
• Practically minded: good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong report writing, communication and leadership skills.

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
• Flexible working options designed to support work‑life balance
• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
• Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources.

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