Principal Aquatic Ecologist

Love rivers and wetlands Want to lead projects that make a real difference to biodiversity

At FiveRivers weve spent over 25 years working with nature designing and delivering ecological and environmental solutions across the UK. Were growing fast and were looking for a Principal Aquatic Ecologist to help lead our Environment & Water team.

About the role

Reporting to our Head of Environment & Water youll lead aquatic ecology projects from start to finish. Youll bring your expertise in survey design sampling species identification and monitoring to deliver high-quality data that helps protect our rivers and wetlands now and in the face of climate change.

Safety and quality always come first. Alongside that youll keep projects on track on time and commercially strong.

What youll do

• Lead projects to our Safety Quality Time and Commercial (SQTC) standards
• Build project plans and lead teams to deliver them
• Spot changes early assess the impact and find solutions
• Manage budgets forecasting and commercial reporting
• Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers
• Mentor develop and support your team helping them grow their careers
• Set revenue profit and utilisation targets with the Head of Environment & Water
• Support our estimators to write winning bids and tenders
• Help grow the business by finding new opportunities and representing FiveRivers at conferences webinars and in articles

What youll bring

• Line management experience
• Experience managing projects including health and safety risk budgets and timescales
• Expert knowledge of aquatic ecology survey design species identification and habitat assessment
• A strong understanding of UK conservation legislation and mitigation for protected aquatic species and habitats
• Experience writing or leading technical reports
• Confidence working with clients regulators and stakeholders
• A track record of successful bids and tenders
• Experience working safely in on and near water
• A degree (Level 6 or above) in an environmental subject
• Chartered status with a professional body such as CIEEM or IFM

Whats in it for you

• Up to 55000 depending on experience
• 33 days leave inclusive of bank holidays
• PayCare health cash plan
• Death in service cover
• Paid accommodation and subsistence if working away
• Access to company pool vehicles
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Ongoing training and career development
• Hybrid working

Where youll be based

This is a hybrid role with two days a week at our office in Codford Wiltshire and the rest working from home. Youll also travel across the UK when projects need it.

Ready to make a difference

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to building an inclusive team. If this sounds like you click apply and tell us about yourself.

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