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Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding us in shaping a better world.
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists working across every aspect of today’s built environment.
Organizations and governments are increasingly aware of the global nature crisis, their impact on it, and the need to move towards a nature-positive future. However, navigating the required actions can be challenging. Inaction could expose businesses to risks, supply chain disruptions, and repercussions from consumers and investors. Our integrated nature solutions use nature’s systems as design guides, resulting in healthier, more resilient environments that support communities.
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About this career opportunity...
We have an opening for a Senior Ecologist based in Belfast, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, or York. You will join a team of 30 ecologists across Arup’s northern England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland offices, working within a multidisciplinary Climate and Sustainability Services team to deliver professional services to diverse clients. Projects vary in scope and duration, providing a dynamic and engaging workload.
Your daily tasks may include preparing reports such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Species Survey Reports, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitats Regulations Appraisals (HRA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments. You will conduct field surveys, including Phase 1 Habitat/UKHab surveys, protected species surveys (e.g., for bats, badgers, great crested newts), and manage survey data, including GIS outputs.
At Arup, we value individuality and diversity, believing that our collective strength lies in our varied experiences and perspectives. Our work is meaningful, contributing positively to society, your career, and our clients and communities.
Is this role right for you?
We seek candidates with:
* A Bachelor's degree or higher in Ecology, Zoology, Geography, Biology, or related fields.
* Experience designing and conducting ecological surveys, and delivering EcIA and HRA reports.
* Background working in planning or environmental consultancy sectors.
* Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain, natural capital, environmental net gain studies, and related policies (beneficial but not essential).
* Experience advising on biodiversity design, green infrastructure, and nature-based solutions for biodiversity gain and climate resilience.
* Possession of protected species survey licenses.
What we offer you:
We prioritize your success and growth, offering a comprehensive reward package, competitive pay, and benefits supporting health, wellbeing, and development. Our ownership structure allows us to set our direction and pursue impactful projects, sharing profits through profit sharing schemes.
Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, and flexible benefits tailored to your needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, faith, sexual orientation, or family status. We foster an open environment that values diverse perspectives and ideas.
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