Senior Ecologist - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Navartis

Navartis

Verified Company

Glasgow, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Senior Ecologist

Location:

Glasgow or Edinburgh

Salary / Benefits:
£35,000 - £40,000 plus package including

Bonus 10% of annual salary
They will put people thought Chartership £5000 if chartered with amey.
Buy Sell Holidays
25 days plus bank hols.

Role Summary
Due to increased workload a leading infrastructure consultancy are seeking to recruit a Senior Ecologist.

Being an experienced Senior Ecologist at you'll have the chance to focus on the parts of your role you most enjoy.

Whether it's further training to broaden your skills, working more closely with your clients to build relationships, or having the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities, our environment is one of collaboration and support where the direction of your career is led by you.

Senior Ecologist Requirements

A strong undergraduate degree in Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology, Environmental Science (with a strong ecology focus) or similar/equivalent
Postgraduate experience preferably in a professional ecological consultancy role encompassing large rail/infrastructure projects
Full Membership of CIEEM or equivalent with expertise in protected species surveys
Excellent reporting writing skills with experience in drafting & critically reviewing ecological reports; including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments and Method Statements.
Experience of working closely with regulatory authorities and various stakeholders.
Valid driving licence.
Hold at least one European protected species survey license (beneficial)

Senior Ecologist Responsibilities

Undertaking a wide range of ecological design, surveys and reporting that is fully compliant with all relevant legislation, technical standards and guidance.
Implement effective and innovative solutions to meet technical standards and project requirements.
Prepare and check ecological requirements and manage the production of reports for issue to the client.
Assist in the preparation of expressions of interest and tenders, including cost estimates with a focus on best value for clients.
Liaise with clients, maintaining and developing strong relationships, and ensure their requirements are effectively communicated to the team.
Respond to queries from and liaise with third parties as required.
Advise on procedural and technical requirements as necessary.
Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and company policy.
Project administration reporting to Line Management including monitoring programme delivery, resources and budgets.
Ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System and assist in its operation and development.
Supporting the Technical Director of Ecology and Lead Ecologist, and local E&S Regional Manager.

Navartis Ltd is a specialist recruitment company supplying highly skilled technical and management professionals within the global Transportation, Civil Engineering & Utility industries, if you are seeking a new position our recruitment team can locate the opportunity to suit your needs.