Senior Consultant in Ecology coordinating ecological projects at Arcadis. Engaging in diverse projects that enhance skills and technical knowledge in ecology.
About the role
- Principal Consultant in ecology leading high-impact solutions for UK projects. Managing a team while ensuring compliance with environmental standards and utilizing digital tools.
Responsibilities
- Lead and author high-quality ecological reports, including scoping and baseline sections of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) reports, and related technical documents
- Oversee the quality assurance and technical accuracy of project deliverables, ensuring compliance with UK and European standards
- Manage and mentor a team of 8-10 ecology professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture and supporting individual career development
- Take responsibility for securing work, including identifying new opportunities, building relationships and contributing to business growth
- Contribute to team growth, succession planning, and skills development in line with the latest industry trends
- Design, supervise, and review ecological and species surveys, and habitat assessments relevant to UK and European contexts
- Apply advanced identification skills for a range of taxa/species associated with key habitats, leveraging international experience and transferable knowledge (e.g., bat species across geographies)
- Demonstrate expert knowledge and application of UK and European environmental legislation, policy, and best practice guidance
- Utilise advanced digital tools (e.g., GIS, R, Bat Explorer, AI-powered ecology platforms) for field data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Champion digital transformation and innovation within the ecology team
- Identify and support build areas of standardisation and automation
- Able to manage internal and external Quality Audit
- Take full responsibility for adherence to biosecurity and health and safety protocols across all project phases
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, regulators, and partners, demonstrating outstanding communication and influencing skills
Requirements
- Master’s degree (minimum) in Zoology, Ecology, Conservation Biology, or a related environmental discipline
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM, IES) – or international equivalent – is desirable
- 15–20 years of relevant professional experience in ecological consultancy, conservation, or related sectors
- Proven track record of delivering UK-based ecology projects from India or similar international contexts
- Demonstrated experience in managing and developing high-performing teams
- Advanced knowledge and operational proficiency in ArcGIS, bat analysis software, and digital data management tools
- Proven report writing and review capabilities for large consultancy and donor agencies
- Hands-on experience with AI applications in ecology is a strong advantage
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information to technical and non-technical audiences
- Proficiency in foreign languages (especially relevant to UK/European contexts) is an added advantage
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
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