About The Team
Our Ecology team delivers a range of ecological services to support renewable energy, residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the region. We are involved with some of the largest offshore wind developments in the country, as well as onshore wind and solar, helping to deliver clean energy to the UK market. We also have a strong presence in the residential and commercial market, providing variety to the work we do.
Your Impact
Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change worldwide. You will benefit from an exciting and diverse workload, delivering high quality support for private and public‑sector clients across the UK, including exciting infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
You will plan and undertake habitat surveys, supervise field staff and survey effort to identify indicator plant species and habitat types.
Write and deliver EcIA and ES chapters, input into HRA reports, provide ecological inputs into supporting examination in public and/or appeals processes under supervision, and input design teams on green infrastructure, BNG, and strategic ecological inputs to the master‑planning process.
Travel is involved; you must have a full UK driving licence.
Who We’re Looking For
Full membership of CIEEM and a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
Established ecological consultant with extensive project management experience and consulting background.
Experience of writing and delivering Breadth of ECoW on a range of projects, and understanding the process of preparing and implementing EPS and other licence applications.
Licensed EPS consultant (Class 1 or preferably Class 2 bat or other species), full knowledge of UK and EU wildlife legislation, and best practice survey techniques.
Good time and project management skills, sound influencing and communication skills to build, maintain and consolidate working relationships with colleagues, clients and external bodies.
What is in it for you?
We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised, and provide robust fully accredited professional training programmes, including master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring. You’ll have access to learning and development for everyone.
We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge expands horizons and gives access to a variety of interesting projects.
We embrace diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles. We respect one another and recognise the contribution of everyone. You’ll join a diverse community of experts in a company that puts its people first and prioritises well‑being.
Why Choose RPS, a Tetra Tech Company
In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation. We design and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability, delivering solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource‑scarce world.
As a Tetra Tech company, RPS offers market‑leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting growth while addressing the challenges that matter.
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services worldwide. With over 30,000 employees, we deliver clear solutions to complex problems, leading with science to protect and restore the environment, design resilient infrastructure and support the clean energy transition.
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Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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