Our client is seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Ecologist to join their expanding environmental team.
Applicants should have at least 6 years' experience in a range of infrastructure projects, with particular experience in co-ordinating Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and statutory consent applications. Experience in writing and technical review of Environmental Impact Assessment Reports, Ecological Impact Assessment and Habitats Directive Appropriate Assessment is a distinct advantage.
Minimum Requirements:
* Relevant third level degree (Level 8 or higher);
* Minimum of 6 years' post qualification experience, most of which will have been gained in an ecology role within planning or environmental consultancy;
* Membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM);
* Delivery of but not limited to: EIAR, NIS, EcIA and AA;
* Leading, coordinating and contributing to EIA projects for major infrastructure projects including all stages of EIA.
* Experience in one or more technical area of relevance to marine EIA e.g., aquatic ecology, marine ecology, ornithology, commercial fisheries;
* Experience of fresh water and marine consent management and compliance;
* Experience in consent related technical assessments such as the Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA), Water Framework Directive (WFD), European Protected Species (EPS) and/or
* Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) Assessment.
* Experience in liaison with statutory consultees and the development of environmental mitigation proposals;
* Understanding of the consent and licensing frameworks for terrestrial and offshore infrastructure in Ireland;
* Strong technical report writing skills;
* Excellent planning, project management and leadership skills;
The following would be advantageous:
* Post graduate qualification (Masters or Doctorate);
* Chartered by a professional body such as CIEEM;
* Experience in large scale fresh water, waste water and marine infrastructure projects;
* Experience in tender preparation;
* Experience in managing client relationships.