Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. With over 36,000 people across more than 70 countries, we are dedicated to improving quality of life by solving the world’s most complex challenges together.

As a Principal Ecologist, you will join a team of over 50 ecologists with more than 30 years of experience in ecological surveys, assessments, and advice on soil, land use, hydrology, sustainable drainage, arboriculture, ecosystem services, natural capital assessment, biodiversity strategies, metrics, and cultural heritage.

You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects including Urban and Greenfield Residential Development, Highway and Rail Schemes, Power Stations, Electrical and Gas Infrastructure, serving a wide range of clients such as EDF Energy, Welsh Government, Transport for Wales, Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, Natural Resources Wales, National Grid, Environment Agency, Transport for London, Highways England, Network Rail, Canal and River Trust, Housing Associations, and various Local Authorities.

In this role, you will help protect our natural environment and water resources while addressing the challenges of climate change, rapid urbanization, and biodiversity loss. Your work may involve protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality, or noise, often in some of the world’s busiest and most beautiful locations.

You will be accountable for quality control, coordination, and completion of assigned tasks and projects, leading and managing delivery to meet time, budget, and SHEQ targets. You will provide technical advice, lead by example, and manage client relationships to exceed expectations. Arcadis offers personal development opportunities including mentorship by industry-recognised Technical Leaders to support your career progression.

Together, we create sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet and a lasting legacy.

Experience
- Detailed knowledge of ecological principles, biodiversity metrics, and 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 delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), and Ecology Chapters for Environmental Statements that have been successfully consented.
- Experience writing project and/or plan-level Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRAs).
- Excellent commercial and project management skills across a range of project sizes.
- Proven experience in bid production and client interaction.
- Ability to line manage and potentially lead a team.
- Hold survey and/or mitigation/conservation licenses.
- Lead in the design and compliance of biosecurity and health and safety protocols.

About you
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide direction and technical advice.
- Motivated to deliver high-quality work that exceeds client expectations.
- Willingness and ability to travel when necessary.
- Committed to personal development and continuous learning.

Qualifications
- Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist or demonstrably approaching Chartered Ecologist status.
- Full member of CIEEM (Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management).