Senior Ecologist

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today’s-built environment.

The Midlands and West Nature team comprises 35 experienced ecologists and other nature consultants, within a wider multi‑disciplinary Climate and Sustainability Services consulting team. We deliver an effective and professional service to a wide range of public and private clients, both in the UK and internationally. We have a strong pipeline of diverse and exciting projects including design and assessment of renewable energy, water industry and transport projects;

biodiversity strategy and policy development; due diligence and corporate biodiversity reporting. Due to the nature of our work, you will have the opportunity to develop a broad range of skills throughout your employment.

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We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Ecologist on a permanent contract into our Midlands and West Nature team, to be based in either Birmingham, Bristol or Cardiff.

Confidently and proactively managing the delivery of ecological input of projects from bidding to delivery, including client meetings, resourcing (including selection and management of sub‑consultants, project controls and budgets).

Management of more junior ecologists to help them develop their own careers and interests.

Advising on biodiversity design, restoration / enhancement and integration of green infrastructure design and other nature‑based solutions to secure biodiversity gain and strengthen climate change resilience measures.

Preparation / review of clear and concise reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), species survey reports, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitats Regulations Appraisals (HRA), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments and Habitat Management and Maintenance Plans (HMMPs).

Managing and undertaking field survey work, such as Phase 1 Habitat / UKHab surveys (including condition scoring for BNG assessments and invasive species) and protected species surveys (e.g. for great crested newt, bats and badger).

Data analysis of survey results, including managing the delivery of GIS outputs.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, such as Ecology, Zoology, Geography or Biology (or equivalent). A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline is advantageous but not essential.
• Associate of Full membership of CIEEM, or equivalent professional body, working towards Chartership.
• Experience in designing and carrying out ecological surveys as part of delivering EcIA and HR. Experience of habitat design, management and monitoring.
• Experience of BNG and other metrics, natural capital / environmental net gain studies, site and corporate biodiversity strategies, Taskforce on Nature‑related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standard 6, and nature‑related policies would all be beneficial due to the varied nature of the work being undertaken and emerging.
• Experience of managing sub‑consultants and reviewing their performance. Experience with in a planning or environmental / ecological consultancy area.
• The position may entail travelling so a driving licence is important.

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