Ecological Consultant

6 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Stantec Consulting International Ltd. Full time

Are you a passionate and experienced ecologist looking to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our team at Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Salary:$60,000 - $80,000 per annum

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist who wants to deliver positive biodiversity outcomes for a wide variety of interesting projects. You will have the opportunity to manage and undertake ecology surveys across various sectors, with projects focussing on infrastructure and transportation, strategic and regeneration residential schemes, energy and resources, and nationally significant projects.

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

The successful candidate will also 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.

  • Providing sound ecological advice and maximising biodiversity opportunities on projects
  • Consulting with external stakeholders as part of the licensing process and designing species management plans
  • Drafting and review of reports, such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Phase 2 survey reports and licence applications
  • Drafting technical reports such as Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and Biodiversity chapters of Environmental Statements
  • Support the wider UK Team in delivering Biodiversity Net Gain
  • Management of the delivery of field-work by Stantec ecologists and our sub-consultants

About You:

We are looking for someone who has a passion for delivering effective solutions for our Clients, and a desire to support the growth and development of the business. You will be 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
  • 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

About Stantec:

The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have worked with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

We provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.



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