Job Title: Principal Ecologist
We are seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to join our team, with a focus on delivering high-quality ecological consultancy services nationwide.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage individual contracts to deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services
* Provide expert ecological input for various projects
* Plan, conduct, and supervise site ecological surveys and fieldwork
* Prepare and monitor Construction Environmental Management Plans
* Undertake Appropriate Assessments and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs)
* Write technical reports and other deliverables
* Manage quality, including attention to detail and accuracy
* Provide expert witness at Oral Hearings
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in ecology or related subject
* Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in environmental consultancy
* Member of CIEEM, CIWEM, or equivalent professional body
* Experience in oral hearing process and expert witness role
* Detailed knowledge of wildlife and conservation legislation within Ireland
* Excellent technical report writing skills
Benefits:
* Competitive remuneration: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum
* Short Fridays
* Medical allowance
* Pension scheme
* 22 to 27 annual leave days