Senior Ecologist: Birds & Bats Specialist

PUNCH Consulting Engineers; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

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Job summary

PUNCH Consulting Engineers in Cork is seeking a Senior Ecologist with specialism in ornithology and/or bat ecology. You will lead field surveys, deliver high-quality ecological reports, and support project teams across diverse infrastructure projects.

The role requires strong technical expertise, client-facing capability, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary environment. A permanent contract (35 hours/week) is offered, with a competitive package in a leading Irish engineering consultancy.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in ornithology and/or bat ecology.
• Experience in consultancy, research, or academia.
• Proven field survey skills with standard methods.
• Demonstrable ecological reporting experience (AA Stage 1/AA Stage 2, EcIA).
• Proficiency in GIS/data management; report writing; regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ecological surveys focused on ornithology and/or bat ecology.
• Design and implement survey methodologies for ecology projects.
• Analyse data and prepare ecological assessment reports for planning/consenting.
• Advise on ecological constraints, licensing, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage ecological inputs.
• Support project managers with planning and coordination.
• Contribute to GIS mapping and data management.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and best practices.
• Assist in licence applications and health & safety during fieldwork.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.
• Experience with infrastructure or civil projects is a plus.

Skills

Ornithology

Bat ecology

Report writing

Client-facing

Mentoring

Tools

GIS

Job description

PUNCH Consulting Engineers in Cork is seeking a Senior Ecologist with specialism in ornithology and/or bat ecology. You will lead field surveys, deliver high-quality ecological reports, and support project teams across diverse infrastructure projects.

The role requires strong technical expertise, client-facing capability, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary environment. A permanent contract (35 hours/week) is offered, with a competitive package in a leading Irish engineering consultancy.