Senior Marine Ecologist & Environmental Projects Lead

DHI Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DHI is seeking a confident marine environmental professional to support and lead marine ecology and environmental projects in Singapore. You will manage ecological assessments, monitoring programs, habitat restoration and applied research, coordinating with clients, regulators and project teams.

The role requires strong technical skills, field work readiness and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in marine ecology or a related field.
• Degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Post graduate qualification in marine ecology, environmental management or biodiversity conservation would be an advantage.
• Experience with marine ecological field methods, data analysis and scientific reporting.
• Previous experience managing projects or work packages in an environmental consultancy setting would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Undertake technical work as a marine ecologist for marine biodiversity assessments, environmental management and monitoring plans, and other marine and coastal environmental studies.
• Plan, manage and deliver marine ecological surveys and monitoring programmes, including field logistics and coordination.
• Conduct or support intertidal and marine field surveys.
• Compile, analyse and interpret ecological and environmental monitoring data, and prepare clear, technically robust reports and client deliverables.
• Support project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, QA, risk management and coordination of deliverables.
• Contribute to business development relating to marine ecology, coastal development, and habitat restoration.
• Liaise professionally with clients, regulators, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and share technical knowledge.

Skills

Marine ecology

Environmental consulting

Environmental impact assessment

Project management

Field surveys

Data analysis

Scientific reporting

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences

Postgraduate qualification in marine ecology or related discipline

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

DHI is seeking a confident marine environmental professional to support and lead marine ecology and environmental projects in Singapore. You will manage ecological assessments, monitoring programs, habitat restoration and applied research, coordinating with clients, regulators and project teams.

The role requires strong technical skills, field work readiness and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced consultancy environment.