Associate Director - Ecology
Based in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle or Inverness. Other locations considered: Southampton, Abingdon, Oxford, Cambridge, Bristol & Manchester.
About The Team
The RPS Scottish Ecology team comprises c.20 staff operating throughout the region to deliver diverse projects. We focus on renewables with a strong line of pre‑consent, construction and operational projects involving some of the largest developments in the country. We specialise in solving complex issues for our clients through bespoke solutions, often utilising multidisciplinary colleagues to maximise successful outcomes.
Your Impact
Join RPS to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change. Discover your full potential – grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
What You Will Be Doing
* Providing management and strategic guidance to the Scottish Ecology team through knowledge of markets, clients and policy.
* Working proactively with senior team members to build an inclusive and agile business.
* Growing our business by strengthening relationships with existing clients and supporting expansion into new markets.
* Conducting activities in line with internal procedures, legislation and industry standards.
* Pursuing continuous professional development and maintaining a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
* Supporting junior staff to grow capabilities, experience and careers at RPS.
Who We Are Looking For
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work closely with clients to achieve high satisfaction and win‑win outcomes.
* Extensive experience in delivering projects and programmes, including budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
* A track record of delivering large‑scale projects with benefits to biodiversity in line with client aspirations and relevant policy and guidance.
Qualifications
* At least 10 years consultancy experience in the UK market, preferably in Scotland.
* Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
What is in it for you?
We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised, offering robust fully accredited professional training programmes to master’s level, leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring. We support our people to innovate, collaborate, and build meaningful careers, with access to a variety of interesting projects.
Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company
We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work‑life balance that’s right for them. We also value collaboration and social connection. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs.
About Tetra Tech
Leaders in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, Tetra Tech provides high‑end consulting and engineering services worldwide. With over 30,000 employees, we deliver clear solutions to complex problems, leading with science® to address the water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design resilient infrastructure, and support the clean‑energy transition.
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
Industries
* Business Consulting and Services
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