RPS is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team, part of the wider UK Environment Division. We deliver numerous renewable energy project inputs, including ecological appraisals, ornithological surveys and studies, other protected species surveys, mitigation design and construction, and post-construction supervision and monitoring. RPS is a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy specializing in all areas of the built and natural environment, shaping the future of our environmental, social, and economic landscapes.
What you'll be doing:
1. Planning and undertaking habitat and protected species surveys, supervising field staff and survey effort to identify key receptors, constraints, and opportunities to developments.
2. Writing and delivering Technical Reports, EcIA, ES chapter, inputting into HRA reports, and designing and implementing mitigation and compensation measures to meet the requirements of NPF4.
3. Undertaking the management of the financial aspects of projects, with the support of senior management.
4. Working with senior management and clients to generate new work streams and providing input to and leading tenders for new work.
There will be travel involved, so you will need to have a full UK driving licence.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Full membership of CIEEM and a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
2. Experience of writing and delivering Breadth of ECoW on a range of projects and understanding the process of preparing and implementing EPS and other licence applications.
3. Experience as an EPS licensed consultant (Class 1 or preferably 2 bat or other species) with full knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation and best practice survey techniques.
4. Good time and project management skills, along with sound influencing and communication skills that enable you to build, maintain, and consolidate working relationships with colleagues, clients, and external bodies.
We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You'll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
RPS is now a Tetra Tech company, representing an exciting new chapter in our business. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in over 120 countries, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world's most complex problems.
We know we develop better solutions together. That's why we're committed to ensuring Fairness, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do. We continue to build a culture where different working styles and experiences can thrive to achieve exceptional results.
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