Senior Biodiversity Specialist

4 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Stantec Full time

About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist to join our team in delivering positive biodiversity outcomes for various projects.

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As a Senior Ecologist, you will have the opportunity to manage and undertake ecology surveys across different sectors, including infrastructure and transportation, strategic and regeneration residential schemes, energy and resources, and nationally significant projects.

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You will play a key role in large-scale habitat restoration projects and influence the conservation of habitats and species through well-thought-out management plans.

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  • You will provide sound ecological advice to our Clients and maximise biodiversity opportunities on projects.
  • You will consult with external stakeholders as part of the licensing process and design species management plans.
  • You will draft and review reports, such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Phase 2 survey reports and licence applications.
  • You will draft technical reports, such as Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and Biodiversity chapters of Environmental Statements.
  • You will support the wider UK Team in delivering Biodiversity Net Gain.
  • You will manage the delivery of field-work by Stantec ecologists and sub-consultants.
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The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop their technical skills through input into Habitat Regulations Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Biodiversity chapters for Environmental Statements and Landscape and Ecological Management Plans.

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About You

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  • You should have a passion for delivering effective solutions for our Clients and a desire to support the growth and development of the business.
  • You should be Degree qualified in Ecology, Conservation, Earth Sciences or a related topic, and a full member of CIEEM (or working towards this).
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Job Requirements

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  • Proven experience within a professional ecological consultancy.
  • 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.
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About Stantec

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Stantec is a global leader in planning, designing, delivering, and managing the development and infrastructure needed to create sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

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We plan, design, deliver, and manage projects that improve people's lives and the communities we serve.



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