Project Ecologist (3+ Years' Experience)

Location: Cork  Full-time / Hybrid working 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Ecologist to join a leading environmental consultancy based in Cork. This role is ideal for an ambitious ecology professional with at least three years' consultancy experience who is looking to further develop their career while working on a diverse range of projects across the renewable energy, infrastructure, water, residential and commercial sectors.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the delivery of ecological assessments, environmental planning projects and biodiversity initiatives from project inception through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and coordinate ecological field surveys, including habitat and protected species surveys.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Appropriate Assessment Screening Reports, Natura Impact Statements (NIS) and Biodiversity Management Plans.
• Support the delivery of ecology inputs for planning and environmental assessment projects.
• Manage assigned projects, ensuring delivery to budget, programme and quality standards.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, planning authorities and project stakeholders.
• Assist with ecological licensing applications and compliance monitoring.
• Analyse ecological data and contribute to habitat mapping and GIS-related tasks.
• Support Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) activities where required.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

Requirements include: 

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Botany or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years' professional ecological consultancy experience.
• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and preparing technical reports.
• Working knowledge of Irish and European environmental legislation, including the Habitats Directive, Birds Directive, Appropriate Assessment and EIA processes.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

The follow would be benefitical:  

• Membership of CIEEM or working towards professional accreditation.
• GIS experience (ArcGIS or QGIS).
• Experience within renewable energy, infrastructure, water or planning projects.
• Protected species survey licences and/or specialist ecological expertise.
• Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) experience.

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Exposure to high-profile environmental and infrastructure projects.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Clear career progression pathways.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated ecologist to advance their career within a growing consultancy while contributing to projects that support sustainable development and environmental stewardship across Ireland.