Ecological Consultant

1 month ago

Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom FPCR Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Ecological Consultant to join our team at FPCR Environment and Design Ltd. As an Ornithology Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with our talented team of ecologists, landscape architects, and environmental planners.

Your responsibilities will include:

  1. Assisting with and leading on ornithology surveys, following a range of survey methodologies and techniques.
  2. Keeping meticulous field notes and plans in accordance with guidelines and best practice, and storing data effectively.
  3. Data analysis and presentation, desk-based study, collating relevant available data, and drafting technical reports.
  4. Experience of undertaking Ecological Impact Assessments on sensitive species/sites/populations and completing Shadow Habitats Regulations Assessments would be desirable.
  5. Supporting the completion of other ecological survey types as appropriate to your skill set and career goals, e.g., water vole and otter badger bats habitats, etc.
  6. Providing advice on ecological and ornithological matters to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
  7. Mentoring and supporting staff with an interest in Ornithology, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster their professional development.
  8. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

About You

  1. Professional ornithological experience in the public or private sector would be advantageous.
  2. Ideally, a degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  3. Excellent bird identification skills and the ability to demonstrate experience in a range of ornithology surveys and techniques, e.g., vantage points, breeding & wintering birds, raptors, farmland, and waders.
  4. Experience of working and navigating safely in remote environments across all seasons, including in inclement weather.
  5. Willingness to travel for work, including unsociable hours, particularly during the spring and summer months.
  6. Good theoretical grounding in ecology, survey guidance, environmental assessment, and mitigation measures.
  7. Demonstrable understanding of UK wildlife legislation and the conservation status of UK bird species.
  8. Experienced in writing reports, ensuring high standards and good attention to detail.
  9. Experienced in writing or assisting with Habitat Regulation Assessments for SPA impacts would be advantageous but not essential.
  10. An understanding of scientific data collection methods, data analysis, and an aptitude for accurate and clear recording and storage of data.
  11. Ability to work collaboratively with a team of colleagues in the office and away from home.
  12. Membership or eligibility for membership with a relevant professional body is desirable but not essential, e.g., CIEEM.
  13. Experience using GIS software would be advantageous but not a necessity.
  14. A full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.

Why FPCR

FPCR Environment and Design Ltd is one of the UK's leading integrated design practices, working extensively throughout the UK. Over the last 60 years, the practice has developed a valuable mix of multidisciplinary expertise in masterplanning, environmental assessment, urban design, landscape ecology, architecture, arboriculture, and green infrastructure. Working together, we have implemented many award-winning schemes in environmentally sensitive locations.

Our ecology team is led by four directors who each joined the company in junior positions and are committed to providing the same supportive and fostering environment that is at the heart of our practice. Our team of over 120 ecologists work out of six offices across the UK.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

About FPCR

Established in 1957, FPCR are an award-winning multidisciplinary environment and design practice with expertise in Landscape, Urban Design, Masterplanning, Architecture, Ecology, and Arboriculture. We believe our diverse range of skills provide clients with an excellent rounded approach to projects while concurrently providing our staff with a dynamic and diverse place to work.

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