Ecological Consultant

4 weeks ago

Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom FPCR Environment and Design Limited Full time

We are seeking an experienced Ecological Consultant to join our team of ecological consultants at various offices around the country. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ornithology and experience in leading on ornithology surveys, data analysis, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Assist with and lead on ornithology surveys, following a range of survey methodologies and techniques.
  2. Keep meticulous field notes and plans in accordance with guidelines and best practice, and store 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. Support the completion of other ecological survey types as appropriate to your skill set and career goals.
  6. Provide advice on ecological and ornithological matters to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
  7. Mentor and support staff with an interest in Ornithology, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster their professional development.
  8. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

About You:

  1. Professional ornithological experience in the public or private sector would be advantageous.
  2. Ideal candidate will have 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.
  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.
  13. Experience using GIS software would be advantageous, but not a necessity.
  14. A full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.

About 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 multi-disciplinary 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. FPCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race or gender.

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