Senior Ecologist

Belfast Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this Senior Ecologist role, you lead ecological delivery on major infrastructure projects across Ireland, shaping biodiversity outcomes and environmental stewardship. You’ll mentor junior ecologists and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ecological considerations into design and decision-making. The position offers global collaboration, career growth, and opportunities to influence high-profile projects like coastal protection and rail infrastructure across water, transport, and energy sectors. You will help drive sustainable development and nature recovery at scale.

Pay / Benefits

defined company contribution pension
life assurance and income protection
reimbursement for professional development and memberships
Collectively volunteering and community support
purchase/sell annual leave
flexible/hybrid working options and wellbeing programs

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of challenging infrastructure projects across highways, rail and energy
Apply habitat and protected species survey expertise and ecological planning tools (EIA, Appropriate Assessment, Biodiversity Net Gain)
Balance site and office commitments while ensuring integration of ecological considerations into design
Build and maintain relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to support future work
Represent Jacobs in professional networks, conferences, and knowledge-sharing events
Mentor and guide junior team members to foster technical excellence and collaboration

Key requirements

Degree in ecology or related environmental discipline with extensive industry experience
Full membership of a professional body (or eligibility/commitment to achieving full membership)
Experience running ecological inputs on medium-large scale projects
Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail
High personal responsibility and proactive mindset
Full clean driver’s licence
Experience with infrastructure/energy/water/transport projects (desirable)
Experience in protective species licensing and biodiversity enhancements (desirable)
Terrestrial ecology specialization (habitats, bats, aquatics preferred) (desirable)