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Senior Ecologist
MKO Advisors, LLCSenior Ecologist leading ecological project delivery in various sectors across Ireland. Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team and mentoring junior staff while ensuring project excellence.
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Hard Skills
ecological surveysEcological Impact AssessmentsNatura Impact Statementsmanagement planstechnical reviewquality controlreport writingbudget managementproject managementecological workload management
Soft Skills
client-facing skillsstrategic advicementoringguidancerelationship buildingteam capacity balancingcommercial awarenessquality assurancecommunicationtime management
Certifications & Qualifications
Full Member of CIEEMdriving licence
Industry Keywords
EU Habitats DirectiveEIA Directivesecological consultancylarge-scale projectstechnical outputsproject profitabilityexpert witnessoral hearingsregulatory processesstakeholder management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the delivery of complex ecological projects across terrestrial, freshwater and/or marine environments from inception to completion.
- Scoping, planning and undertaking ecological surveys, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Natura Impact Statements, management plans and related technical outputs.
- Delivering high‑quality final project reports and submissions, suitable for planning, consent and regulatory processes.
- Conduct detailed technical review, quality control and sign‑off of internal work and third‑party inputs.
- Manage a high volume of projects concurrently, allocating work and balancing team capacity effectively.
- Building and maintaining strong, long ‑ term relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
- Managing project budgets.
- Reviewing ecological outputs prepared by other team members.
- Providing guidance, mentoring and technical support to junior ecologists.
- Managing a varied and busy workload while balancing client expectations, available resources and project deadlines.
Requirements
What you’ll need- A third-level qualification in ecology, botany, natural sciences, or other related disciplines.
- A minimum of 8 years of post-graduate experience in fulfilling similar functions, ideally in a similar consultancy role.
- A broad range of ecological experience on large-scale projects in key sectors.
- An excellent understanding of the EU Habitats and EIA Directives insofar as they relate to project-based ecological impact assessments being undertaken by an ecological consultancy.
- Excellent report writing, technical review and quality assurance skills.
- Strong commercial awareness, with demonstrable experience managing budgets and project profitability.
- Confident client‑facing skills, with experience providing strategic advice.
- Demonstrable ability to manage the busy and varied ecological workload of a team of ecologists.
- Full driving licence.
- Desirable Full Member of CIEEM (or a relevant professional body) or working towards the same.
- Experience acting as an expert witness or providing specialist input at oral hearings.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary
- Professional development opportunities