Principal Ecologist
Join our team as a Principal Ecologist and be part of a dynamic group that delivers high quality ecological consultancy services nationwide.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to lead our ecology team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in ecology and experience in managing individual contracts, providing expert ecological input, and conducting site surveys and fieldwork.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage individual contracts to deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services
* Provide expert ecological input for various projects
* Plan, conduct, and supervise the execution of site ecological surveys and fieldwork
* Prepare and monitor the implementation of Construction Environmental Management Plans
* Undertake Appropriate Assessments and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs), and other environmental reporting requirements
* Write technical reports and other deliverables
* Manage quality, including attention to detail and accuracy, delivery of contracts on time, and striving to improve the quality of work produced by the Ecology Team
* Provide expert witness at Oral Hearings
* Develop excellent relationships with clients and attend meetings with clients and design teams when necessary
Requirements
* A degree in ecology or a related subject
* A minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience in environmental consultancy
* Member of CIEEM, CIWEM, or equivalent professional body
* Experience in the oral hearing process and in the role of expert witness
* Detailed knowledge of wildlife and conservation legislation within Ireland
* Excellent technical report writing skills
* Experience in the preparation and monitoring of the implementation of Construction Environmental Management Plans
* Experience in working in multi-disciplinary teams
* Excellent communication, organisational, and project management skills
* A full clean driving licence
Benefits
* Attractive remuneration
* Short Fridays
* Medical allowance
* Pension scheme
* 22 to 27 annual leave days
* Professional body support
* And much more