Senior / Principal Ecologist

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Cork, Cork, Ireland Stantec Full time

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The Opportunity

Ryan Hanley is seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Ecologist to join our expanding environmental team.

The Opportunity

Ryan Hanley is seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Ecologist to join our 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing designs for wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and network infrastructure.
  • Preparation of feasibility studies, site assessments, and technical evaluations.
  • Compilation of specifications and tender documents.
  • Preparation of planning application documents.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including clients and contractors.
  • Manage others in the preparation of drawings and other inputs.
  • Provide technical guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle.

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 EIA e.g., aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, ornithology;
  • Experience of consent management and compliance;
  • Experience in consent related technical assessments such as the Appropriate Assessment (AA), Water Framework Directive (WFD) and European Protected Species (EPS)
  • 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 infrastructure projects;
  • Experience in tender preparation;
  • Experience in managing client relationships.

Why Join Us
  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Flexibility in office location (Dublin/Galway/Cork/Castlebar).
  • Involvement in impactful projects that are shaping the future of Ireland's ecological infrastructure.

About Stantec

Whether you're starting out on your engineering career or are looking for a fresh challenge, Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, is a great career move.

Based in Dublin, Galway, Castlebar and Cork, we are actively recruiting for team players with experience in any of the following areas – water and wastewater treatment process and network design, integrated network management, structural design, site development, road and bridge engineering, project management and administration.

You'll be working for a dynamic company with an excellent reputation in the industry.

Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, offers a great working environment amongst friendly professionals with an emphasis on teamwork. It's a company where your ideas and opinions will be valued and your efforts recognised and rewarded.

We have been awarded the silver Investors in Diversity accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity for our commitment to quality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionResearch, Analyst, and Information Technology
  • IndustriesBusiness Consulting and Services

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