Consultant Ecologist

Arcadis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Consultant Ecologist in Manchester. This role involves conducting ecological surveys, producing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), and ensuring adherence to environmental legislation. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and be a member of CIEEM. The position supports professional development and offers a chance to contribute to sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in writing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs).
• Understanding of and adheres to environmental legislation and policies.
• Ability to identify commonly found taxa/species.
• Ability to undertake extended Phase 1 habitat surveys.
• Ideally holds a survey license for one or more species.
• Takes responsibility for biosecurity and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete tasks and projects within the Business Unit.
• Undertake and assist on ecological surveys.
• Produce Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs).
• Assist with biodiversity strategies and documents.
• Supervise mitigation and monitoring of licensed work.

Skills

Ecological survey skills

Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) writing

Environmental legislation understanding

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree, ideally a secondary degree or accreditation

CIEEM membership at appropriate level

Job description

Overview

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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 a global team focused on improving quality of life and tackling environmental challenges.

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 upon an extensive portfolio of ecology schemes for construction and development projects which includes both standalone ecology projects and work for our internal clients. You will gain experience on a wide and varied portfolio of projects which will enhance your skills and test your technical knowledge. Personal development will be offered with mentoring from industry-recognised Technical Leaders.

• Undertake and assist on ecological surveys
• Undertake the production of Preliminary Ecological Appsrais (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

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in writing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and can contribute to the production of other 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, using keys and field identification guides
• 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. You\'ll do meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Join Arcadis to create a lasting legacy and impact for your career, colleagues, clients, and communities.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: We are committed to equality and inclusion and strive to be an employer of choice. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work with our people across ED&I workstreams.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Professional Services