Consultant Ecologist

OverviewArcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.Role descriptionAs a Consultant Ecologist, you would be joining our team of over 50 ecologists with more than 30 years of experience undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, as well as the provision of advice on soil, land use, hydrological and sustainable drainage issues, arboriculture, ecosystem service, natural capital assessment, biodiversity strategies and metrics and cultural heritage. We have undertaken over 2,000 projects covering a wide range of environmental disciplines throughout the UK, in Europe and beyond, for public and private clients.As part of our Environmental team, you’ll help improve quality of life. With your specialism in environmental management, or your technical or sustainability expertise, your work could involve protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality or noise.Role accountabilitiesAs a Consultant Ecologist you will be accountable for the coordination and completion of assigned tasks and projects within the Business Unit or project team. You will be engaged upon an extensive portfolio of ecology schemes for construction and development projects which includes both standalone ecology projects and work for our internal clients. You will gain experience on a wide and varied portfolio of projects to enhance your skills and test your technical knowledge. We offer personal development with mentorship from industry-leading Technical Leaders.ResponsibilitiesUndertake and assist on ecological surveysUndertake the production of Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and assist with biodiversity strategies and other documentsUndertake and assist with licence applications, including developing mitigation and monitoringUndertake/supervise mitigation and monitoring of licensed work and liaise with statutory authoritiesParticipate in training with respect to best practice and survey standardsQualifications & ExperienceExperience in writing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and biodiversity net gain reportsUnderstanding of environmental legislation, policy and guidanceAbility to identify taxa/species associated with broad habitat types using guidesAbility to undertake extended Phase 1 habitat surveysIdeally hold a survey licence for one or more speciesAdherence to biosecurity and health and safety protocolsRelevant degree, ideally with a secondary degree or accreditation; membership of CIEEMExcellent communication skillsAbility to travel when necessaryWhy Arcadis?We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Join Arcadis and create a legacy.Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe are committed to equality and inclusion and strive to be an employer of choice and a great place to work for all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work with six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race.Job detailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: OtherIndustry: Professional Services #J-18808-Ljbffr