Location
London, United Kingdom

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 34,000 people across more than 30 countries, we are dedicated to improving quality of life by solving 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 public and private 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 contribute to protecting the natural environment and water resources amid challenges like climate change, urbanization, and biodiversity loss. Your expertise in environmental management, technical or sustainability fields will support projects involving protected species, pollution, surface water and materials management, air quality, and noise 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 manage ecological aspects of client relationships, provide technical advice, and lead by example within the team. Arcadis offers personal development opportunities, including mentorship by industry-recognized Technical Leaders to support your career progression.

Experience
Detailed knowledge of ecological principles, biodiversity metrics, and relevant environmental and ecological impact assessment (EcIA) legislation, policy, and guidance. Proven track record in delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Ecology Chapters for Environmental Statements, and project or plan-level Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRAs). Excellent commercial and project management skills across a range of project sizes. Experience in bid production and client interaction. Ability to line manage and potentially lead a team. Holds survey and/or mitigation/conservation licenses. Leads 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 work on diverse and challenging projects. Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes that exceed client expectations. Willingness and ability to travel when necessary.

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