Talent Acquisition Consultant @ Arcadis | Recruitment for Resilience
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description
As a Principal Ecologist, you will join our team of over 50 ecologists, who have more than 30 years of experience undertaking ecological surveys and assessments and providing advice on soil, land‑use, hydrological and sustainable drainage issues, arboriculture, ecosystem service, natural capital assessment, biodiversity strategies and metrics, and cultural heritage. During this time we have undertaken over 2,000 projects across the UK, Europe and beyond, for public and private clients. Presently we are engaged on a variety of large and interesting projects, including Urban and Greenfield Residential Development, Highway and Rail Schemes, Power Stations, Electrical and Gas Infrastructure, and more. As part of our Environmental team, you’ll help improve quality of life with specialism in environmental management, technical or sustainability expertise covering protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality or noise – and in some of the world’s busiest and most beautiful locations.
Role accountabilities
As a Principal Ecologist you will be accountable for the quality control, coordination and completion of assigned tasks and projects within the Business Unit or project team. You will lead and manage the delivery of a range of projects to meet time, budgetary and SHEQ targets, manage the ecological aspects of the client relationship so that delivery exceeds client expectations, provide leadership and technical advice, and drive the team through example. You will also contribute to personal development programmes, working with industry‑recognised technical leaders who will mentor you and help you progress your career.
Qualifications & Experience
* Detailed knowledge of ecological principles, biodiversity metrics, relevant environmental and ecological impact assessment (EcIA) legislation, policy and guidance.
* In‑depth knowledge of particular plant or animal groups and appropriate field survey skills.
* Proven track record in writing and delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, Ecology Chapters for Environmental Statements and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs) that have been successfully consented.
* Proven track record in writing project and/or plan‑level Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRAs).
* Excellent commercial and project management skills for a range of project sizes.
* Proven experience of bid production for a range of projects and client interaction.
* Ability to line‑manage and potentially lead a team.
* Hold survey and/or mitigation/conservation licences.
* Leads in the design and compliance of biosecurity and health and safety protocols.
* Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist (or demonstrably approaching Chartered Ecologist).
* Full member of CIEEM.
* Ability to travel, when necessary.
Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone’s contribution matters and pioneer a skills‑based approach, allowing you to harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximise the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work that helps deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet – make your mark on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to bring your best self to work every day, and we take equality and inclusion seriously, holding ourselves accountable for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. By working together, diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of how we improve quality of life.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
* Professional Services
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