Senior Environmental Specialist
2 days ago
We are a growing, ambitious Ecology team based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Our team works closely with external stakeholders, such as Nature Scot, to deliver high-quality ecological advice and promote biodiversity opportunities on projects.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide sound ecological advice to our clients and maximise biodiversity opportunities on projects.
- Consult with external stakeholders, such as Nature Scot, as part of the licensing process and design species management plans.
- Draft and review reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Phase 2 survey reports, and licence applications.
- Draft technical reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments, and Biodiversity chapters of Environmental Statements.
- Support the wider UK Team in delivering Biodiversity Net Gain.
- Manage the delivery of field-work by Stantec ecologists and sub-consultants.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Degree qualified in Ecology, Conservation, Earth Sciences, or a related topic.
- A full member of CIEEM (or working towards this).
- Proven experience within a professional ecological consultancy (ideally 5 years' experience for the Senior Ecologist role).
- A wide understanding of terrestrial ecological issues and preferably a holder of at least one protected species licence, or with a specialism in one particular area of field-craft/mitigation delivery.
- Demonstrable skills and experience of assessments, including PEA, HRA, EcIA, and Biodiversity chapters of Environmental Statements.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and policy.
- Proven experience in the management of complex projects, including those which require the ability to think laterally.
- Experience in compiling fee proposals and project budgets.
- A passion for ecology and a desire to support our clients in promoting positive nature-based solutions.
- Experience and working knowledge of UKHab classification and the BNG Defra Metric.
- Good report writing skills and attention to detail.
We offer a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as a range of benefits, including:
- A comprehensive pension scheme.
- A flexible working arrangement that allows you to balance your work and personal life.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
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