Environmental Scientist / Town PlannerRoughan & O’Donovan (ROD) is looking to recruit an environmental scientist/town planner with three to five years’ experience for a permanent position within our expanding environmental teamContract type: PermanentLocation: Sandyford, D. 18; Woodford, D. 17; or Horgan’s Quay, CorkSalary: CompetitiveAbout the roleYou will work with engineers, environmental scientists, ecologists, hydrologists, hydrogeologists and planners on some of the most exciting infrastructure projects currently being undertaken in Ireland and the UK, including:Waterford City Public Infrastructure Project, IrelandDART+ West Public Transport Project, IrelandBusConnects Dublin | RODCork Area Commuter Rail DutiesPrepare inputs for, and coordinate, all aspects of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) processesPrepare all relevant planning application documentation, including Part 8 planning applications; foreshore applications; SID applications; licences/permit applications; etc.Organise and manage public consultation events, oral hearings, stakeholder engagement events, etc.Advise clients on environmental and planning requirements prior to planningUndertake environmental and planning appraisal of sitesEssentialRelevant environmental science/planning qualification, such as BSc, BA, MSc.Three to five years’ experience in the planning/environmental assessment sectorGood knowledge of planning and environmental legislation and the Irish planning systemExcellent working knowledge of EIA and SEA processesKnowledge of Appropriate Assessment (AA) and Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) processesAn ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamExperience using GIS and other planning tools including census statistics to provide evidenced-based planning and researchExcellent report writing and interpersonal skillsComfortable working in a busy environment with tight deadlinesExcellent attention to detailCapable of producing quality outputsExcellent Microsoft Office suite skills, including MS Word, Excel and PowerPointFluent/highly proficient in spoken and written EnglishSelf-motivated, highly organised, ambitious, positive and focusedMember of a recognised professional body in the field, such as IEMA, CIEEM, IPI, RTPIDesirableMSc qualificationFull driving licenceAbout Roughan & O'DonovanRoughan & O’Donovan (ROD) is expert in planning, designing and managing major infrastructure projects for public and private sector clients across Ireland and the UK. An independently owned firm, we employ a team of more than 200 people, of over 20 different nationalities, in our Dublin and UK offices.Our portfolio features:bridges, including cable-stayed and moveable bridgeshighways, roads, public transport and greenways in Ireland and the UKresidential, health, education, office and retail developmentsasset managementresearch and developmentenvironmental servicesWhat to expect when you join RODWhen you join ROD, you will become part of a team recognised for outstanding technical skill and passion for excellence. You will have access to the exceptional training opportunities our award-winning CPD programme provides and enjoy a workplace that supports growth, flexibility and creativity. We offer health and wellbeing packages, flexible working and life-event supports, so whatever challenges life may bring, you can feel secure in the knowledge that you will be taken care of.We are a friendly team with an active social committee. From surfing weekends and ski events to tag rugby and cycling challenges, you'll find lots of ways to get involved.To applyAddress your cover letter to Human ResourcesApply by clicking the link: https://shorturl.at/L5Z2GRoughan & O’Donovan is an equal opportunity employer. Roughan & O'Donovan will retain, for at least one year, all records arising through the recruitment process for compliance purposes in line with the Employment Equality Acts, 1998-2015.Roughan & O'Donovan is not accepting unsolicited CVs from search firms. CVs submitted by search firms without a valid written search agreement, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the sole property of Roughan & O'Donovan, and no fee will be paid in the event of candidate(s) being hired.