Senior Ecologist

Your Toolkit for Success at Tetra Tech

Ecological Expertise & Technical Capability

You will bring strong technical experience in Phase 1 habitat assessments, protected species surveys and ecological appraisal, supported by a solid understanding of the ecological characteristics of the UK and Ireland. Your experience in undertaking bat surveys, mammal surveys and wider ecological fieldwork will inform your ability to interpret environmental constraints, analyse data and produce clear, evidence‑based recommendations. You will be confident reviewing construction and design plans, understanding how proposals manifest on the ground and identifying ecological opportunities and risks at each project stage. Your interest in ecology will be reflected in your commitment to high standards, scientific accuracy and environmental stewardship.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

You will be an effective communicator who can liaise confidently with clients, colleagues, regulators, stakeholders and community representatives. You will be able to explain ecological issues to both technical and non‑technical audiences, ensuring that findings, implications and recommendations are understood and acted upon. Your interpersonal skills, professional approach and collaborative mindset will help you develop strong relationships across the business, working closely with the wider Planning & Environmental team to deliver an integrated service to clients.

Project Delivery & Management

You will demonstrate strong organisational capability, managing your own workload and contributing to the efficient coordination of project teams. You will be able to progress projects from concept through to completion, working under pressure where required while maintaining quality and consistency in your outputs. You will be competent in the use of GIS and Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing clear, concise and well‑structured reports that support planning and licensing submissions. Your ability to manage time effectively, deliver ecological solutions and meet project deadlines will underpin your success in the role.

Regulatory Awareness & Environmental Governance

You will bring a strong understanding of UK and/or Irish environmental policy, ecological legislation and regulatory processes relevant to development and land use planning. Your knowledge of protected species legislation, habitat regulations and environmental assessment requirements will enable you to guide clients through complex approvals processes with clarity and confidence. You will be able to advise on ecological mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures, ensuring that proposals align with statutory obligations and good practice standards. Your understanding of the regulatory landscape will support proportionate, evidence-based and defensible ecological recommendations.

Mandatory Requirements

You will hold a degree in an ecological or environmental discipline and be a member of CIEEM or an equivalent professional body. You will have significant previous experience in an ecological consultancy role, hold a full current driving licence and access to transport to enable travel to survey sites across the UK and Ireland. You will demonstrate excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills, combined with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Work Patterns and Locations

The position is based in a large, permanently desked office located on the edge of the city with on site parking, strong public transport connections and easy access to major road networks. The role supports hybrid working, with an expectation of two to three days per week in the office to facilitate mentoring, collaboration and team coordination. Flexible working arrangements can be accommodated where project responsibilities allow. The multi disciplinary environment provides exposure to a wide range of significant projects, including marine, coastal, regeneration and renewable related developments.

Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

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