Are you a Senior Ecologist looking to work for a dynamic and industry leading team. Do you want the flexibility to balance field work, hybrid working and access to Tetra Tech offices covering the UK, and for an employer which provides a dedicated career pathway and supports a dynamic working environment? Or are you an experienced Consultant Ecologist, ambitious to make a step up, with the support of a diverse network of experts at an award winning consultancy, conducting field studies in a range of the UK’s most interesting projects?
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end environmental consulting, design, planning and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We work across a breadth of sectors including residential, defence, energy, government services and transport. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. Tetra Tech’s ecology team won the CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year Award and Large Scale Mitigation Award in 2023. We are renowned for delivering innovative solutions to our clients complex problems and our ecology team plays a critical role in shaping sustainable projects nationwide. We are looking for a technical, energetic and motivated senior ecologist who will thrive in a collaborative environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate academic qualification in a related discipline
• Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management
• Demonstrable and relevant experience within ecology/environmental consulting.
• Must hold a full driving licence.

ROLE OUTLINE

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological services. You will lead surveys and contribute to a diverse range of projects across sectors including energy, defence and infrastructure. Your expertise will support clients in achieving their environmental goals while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
The person in this role will be a competent ecologist and we will encourage professional development in areas that align with interests and Tetra Tech’s business strategy. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse project management training and an array of technical training. With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions.
The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous. Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and you will work closely with clients across a range of sectors.
Given the variety of projects we work on, we are looking for a senior ecologist who has strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. With support from the regional and national ecology teams, and in line with our defined career framework, general development of expertise across many areas of ecology and particular technical specialisms will be encouraged. We have technical leads within the national team who can mentor and provide advice in key areas. We show our support for professional development through the provision of training, plus bonuses for achieving bat licences and charterships. At Tetra Tech, you will receive great training and we have members of the team purely dedicated to delivering training and upskilling the team.
We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved.
We are very happy to discuss flexible working hours for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Survey work and design: Plan, conduct and lead ecological field surveys including protected species surveys, habitat assessments and ecological appraisals. Oversee data collection, ensuring high-quality, accurate results. Provide technical expertise and guidance to the national team where appropriate.
• Fee proposal, report writing and quality assurance: produce high-quality, detailed reports, protected species licence applications and mitigation strategies and management plans for a range of protected species and habitats. Experience preparing ecology chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments and Habitat Regulations Assessment would be an advantage. Prepare clear and competitive fee proposals for a variety of ecological services.
• Client engagement: work closely with clients including developers, planners and internal colleagues to provide ecological advice and solutions. Build, develop and maintain strong relationships with clients ensuring clear communication and excellent service.
• Project management: Actively project manage from inception to completion ensuring timelines, budgets and quality standards are met.
• Team development: Provide training and mentoring to junior ecologists, helping them develop their skills and technical knowledge. Mentor junior staff on their journey to obtaining protected species licences. Foster a culture of continuous learning and mentoring in the team.