Research Ecologists - Southampton, United Kingdom - Ramboll Group A/S

Description

We invite you to bring your biodiversity skills and experience into play as part of our ecology team.

You will be a key member of the team, working closely with the office ecology lead managing and assisting with a range of projects spanning several sectors.

To succeed in this role, you must have an appropriate BSc or equivalent qualification and be a Member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management at the appropriate grade.

Possession of a protected species survey licence (ideally bats) would be an advantage along with experience of managing and undertaking ecology surveys for a range of flora/fauna.

We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers.

As our new Senior Ecologist, you will be part of our Environment and Health division, working on a range of projects including transport, residential and commercial development, and renewable energy projects.

Our team is small enough that you will get to know everyone and feel you have a significant role to play, big enough that there are people to bounce ideas off of including a range of different specialists such as those who are doing interesting work on nature positive/corporate BNG work.

Project work will be varied, covering a broad range of ecology services and maintaining a good balance of field and desk-based work.

The role will involve managing and undertaking ecological surveys, reporting, ecological mitigation design and liaising with relevant stakeholders.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team delivering on key projects as well as the opportunity to further develop a variety of skills and build a successful career in the environmental consultancy sector.

You will join a positive, progressive environment team delivering projects that use nature based solutions and so you will have a great opportunity to play a part in growing this team further and positively contributing to the wider business.

Planning and undertaking ecological surveys and producing high quality reports including habitat and species surveys (e.g. Liaising with ecological regulators and planning authorities
Managing small to medium scale projects with input on large scale projects with the support of the ecology lead
Main point of contact with Ramboll project managers, clients, partner organisations and sub-consultants
Delivering technical work on complex projects
Supervision and management of more junior ecologists and sub-consultants, and input to resource planning.
Successful contribution to delivery of major EIA or transport infrastructure projects
Key client contact and prominent member of the regional ecology team
Contribution to the fields of biodiversity, natural capital, climate and sustainability

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company.

Proficient user of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook (and ideally ArcGIS or QGIS)
Experienced in field work and application of survey techniques in accordance with best practice guidance, in particular the ability to lead on habitat and protected species surveys
Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English to a range of audiences
Good knowledge of relevant environmental/ecology legislation
An understanding of the UK planning system in relation to development and the integration of ecology
Full clean UK driving licence, willingness to undertake surveys at unsociable hours (e.g. bats, newts) and flexibility to allow occasional working away from home

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: Interest in the sustainability agenda and environmental developments in the industry.

Welcome to our Environment & Health division
Ramboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions that help increase liveability by reducing pollution and restoring natural environments.

One of the world's leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health and social issues.

Ramboll is a foundation owned company that is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has 1,300 bright minds working across 17 offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health and Energy.

We love seeing our talents develop and succeed and you will have opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within an environment that is friendly, open and supportive.

Our expertise contributes to realising a resource efficient society with improved growth opportunities for businesses and better living conditions for people and nature.

We improve the physical environment, strengthen societal cohesion and development, and minimise the negative impacts and environmental degradation related to modern life.

We offer a competitive salary, alongside 27 days holiday per year, private medical insurance and flexible working.
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