Job Description
This role will involve working with teams and projects that are run from the London office, however we encourage candidates to apply from different locations if they are willing to travel to London. In either instance there is an expectation for occasional site work and office work in other Ramboll UK offices.
We invite you to bring your ecological skills and experience into play as a key member of our Ecosystem Solutions team. You will be managing a team of ecologists as well as managing and assisting with a range of projects spanning several sectors. To succeed in this role you must have an appropriate BSc or equivalent qualification and be a Member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management at the appropriate grade. Possession of protected species survey licences (ideally bats) would be an advantage with experience of managing and undertaking ecology surveys for a range of flora/fauna.
We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.
You will join our Ecosystem Solutions department
As our new Associate Ecologist you will be part of a specialist team including ecologists, nature based solutions specialists and ecotoxicologists delivering work in support of sustainable development, including biodiversity net gain, natural capital accounting and ecosystem services. We are a growing, ambitious and diverse team with a unique integrated approach; the team is dynamic and friendly, delivering work for a range of clients
Our team is small enough that you will get to know everyone and feel you have a significant role to play, big enough that there are people to bounce ideas off and with a range of different specialists and we are doing some interesting work on nature positive/corporate BNG work/renewables. There is an interesting variety of work and opportunity to work with and get to know colleagues in a variety of other environmental disciplines.
Project work will be varied, covering a broad range of ecology services including EIA and HRA and public, commercial, residential, transport and energy projects. The role will involve managing ecology projects, reporting, ecological mitigation design and liaising with relevant stakeholders. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team delivering on key projects and to further develop a variety of skills within the environmental consultancy sector.
Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:
- Main point of contact for Ramboll project managers and other Ramboll disciplines in the office; main point of contact with clients, partner organisations and sub-consultants
- Managing projects including ecology input to large scale projects
- Delivering technical work on complex projects on time and managing them to budget
- Business development, fee proposal preparation and client relationship management
- Effective resource planning, management and mentoring of an ecology team in a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment
- Supervision and management of sub-consultants.
- Managing and planning ecological surveys and producing and reviewing high quality reports including habitat and species surveys (e.g. Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, Ecological Impact Assessment, ES Chapters)
- Liaising with ecological regulators and planning authorities
Your key deliverables over the first 24 months for this role will be:
- Successful contribution to delivery of major EIA or transport infrastructure projects
- Technical specialist for the team
- Successful collaborator with other teams in Ramboll, such as Impact Assessment and Buildings
- Key client contact and prominent member of the regional ecology team
- Contribution to the fields of biodiversity, natural capital, climate and sustainability
- Key responsibility for an area of discipline development in the Ecosystem Solutions team
- Key member in delivery of the Ecosystem Solutions business plan and input to the development of future plans
- Support more junior ecologists in the project team, supporting them in delivering the project
Your starting point for constant growth
From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:
- Member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CEnv or CEcol desirable)
- Protected species licence(s) (bats would be advantageous), in particular experience of named ecologist on European Protected Species Mitigation Licence(s), Low Impact Class Licences or badger development licences.
- Appropriate BSc or equivalent qualification (MSc in a relevant environmental discipline is desirable but not essential)
- Capable of producing clear and concise deliverables to a high technical standard
- Highly organised and able to work efficiently and effectively to deadlines
- Good knowledge of relevant environmental/ecology legislation
- An understanding of the UK planning system in relation to development and the integration of ecology
- Proficient user of MS Office software
- Full clean UK driving licence
Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: Highly organised and able to prioritise own and others workload. Capable of working independently and effectively with in team. Ability to use initiative and think innovatively. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. Demonstrate attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Self-motivated, reliable and dedicated individual. Interest in the sustainability agenda and environmental developments in the industry.
Welcome to our Environment & Health division
Ramboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions that help increase liveability by reducing pollution and restoring natural environments. One of the world’s leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health and social issues.
Ramboll in the United Kingdom
Ramboll is a foundation owned company that is ranked a Top 10 consultant in the UK and has 1,500 bright minds working across 17 offices to apply their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health and Energy. We love seeing our talents develop and succeed and you will have opportunities to work on challenging and inspiring projects within an environment that is friendly, open and supportive.
We are Sustainable Society Consultants. By putting Ramboll engineering, designing and consultancy excellence into play, we enable society’s transition to a future that flourishes.
Our expertise contributes to realising a resource efficient society with improved growth opportunities for businesses and better living conditions for people and nature.
We look beyond today for solutions that are innovative and future proof.
We improve the physical environment, strengthen societal cohesion and development, and minimise the negative impacts and environmental degradation related to modern life.
Clients rely on our ability to enable sustainable growth because of our ability to build partnerships based on trust, integrity and professional excellence, and because of our passionate dedication to delivering world-class solutions and driving excellent processes.
Ramboll offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic organisation in the rapidly growing Engineering and Consultancy sector in the UK. We offer a competitive salary, alongside 27 days holiday per year, private medical insurance and flexible working.
How to apply
Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Management Consulting
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