Consultant Ecologist

Arcadis; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental consultancy is seeking a Consultant Ecologist in Cardiff. You will conduct ecological surveys, produce Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, and support biodiversity strategies in various projects. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and membership in CIEEM. This full-time role offers opportunities for personal development and impactful work in sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience in writing PEAs and contributing to ecological reports.
• Ability to take responsibility for biosecurity and health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrates understanding of ecological surveys.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete ecological surveys.
• Produce Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs).
• Assist with licence applications and monitoring.

Skills

Writing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)

Understanding of environmental legislation

Identifying commonly found taxa/species

Ability to undertake Phase 1 habitat surveys

Excellent communication skills

Adherence to biosecurity protocols

Education

Relevant degree

Membership of CIEEM

Job description

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:
As a Consultant Ecologist, you would be joining our team of over 50 ecologists with more than 30 years of experience undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, as well as providing advice on soil, land use, hydrological and sustainable drainage issues, arboriculture, ecosystem service, natural capital assessment, biodiversity strategies and metrics and cultural heritage. We have undertaken over 2,000 projects across the UK, Europe and beyond for public and private clients. As part of our Environmental team, you’ll help improve quality of life. Your work could involve protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality or noise, in some of the world’s busiest and most beautiful locations.

We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. The rate of climate change, urbanization, and biodiversity loss presents ongoing challenges. We are here to protect the natural environment and water resources while powering our world for future generations.

Role accountabilities:
As a Consultant Ecologist you will be accountable for the coordination and completion of assigned tasks and projects within the Business Unit or project team. You will be engaged on an extensive portfolio of ecology schemes for construction and development projects, including standalone ecology projects and work for internal clients. You will gain experience on a wide and varied portfolio of projects to enhance your skills and test your technical knowledge. Personal development will be offered, with mentoring from industry-recognised Technical Leaders to support your career growth.

• Undertake and assist on ecological surveys
• Undertake the production of Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and assist with biodiversity strategies and other documents
• Undertake and assist with licence applications, including developing mitigation and monitoring
• Undertake/supervise mitigation and monitoring of licensed work and assist with liaison with statutory authorities
• Partake in training with respect to best practice and survey standards, as appropriate

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in writing PEAs and contributing to ecological reports such as scoping and baseline sections of EIAs and biodiversity net gain reports
• Demonstrates understanding of and applies environmental legislation, policy and guidance
• Can identify a range of commonly found taxa/species associated with recognised broad habitat types
• Ability to undertake extended Phase 1 habitat surveys
• Ideally hold a survey licence for one or more species
• Takes responsibility for ensuring own adherence to biosecurity and health and safety protocols
• You will hold a relevant degree, ideally a secondary degree or accreditation
• Be a member of CIEEM at the appropriate level
• Excellent communicator
• The ability to travel when necessary

Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone’s contribution matters. It’s why we are adopting a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize impact. You’ll do meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Join Arcadis to create a lasting legacy.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Our commitment is to equality and inclusion. We aim to be an employer of choice and to create a great place to work for all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to how we improve quality of life and we work with six ED&I workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Professional Services

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