Ecology Manager (Multiple Locations)

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Job Description

We invite you to bring your passion for ecology with skills in ecological assessment, team and project management into play as you work on transport infrastructure projects . To succeed in this role you must be able to demonstrate successful project management and co-ordination, delivering ecology species mitigation designs and consents .

There will be a requirement to work in central Birmingham two days a week. Are you our new Ecology Manager? Click the apply-button to send your application.

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? 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 Ecology Manager 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 a dynamic and friendly, delivery work for a range of clients.

Your Key Tasks And Responsibilities Will Be

• Managing a team of Ramboll staff and subconsultants delivering ecological mitigation design and obtaining protected species licences for a major transport infrastructure project
• Authorising and reviewing mitigation method statements and licence application forms
• Delivering complex programmes on time and managing them to budget
• Preparing costed service proposals for ecology work
• Effective management of an ecology team in a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment
• Client relationship management, liaising with clients, partner organisations and sub-consultants
• Supporting the ecology team in liaising with Regulators, planning authorities and other stakeholders in obtaining consents and approvals
  

Your key deliverables over the first 24 months for this role will be

• Developed sound working relationship with key client contacts including instigating regular co-working and progress meetings.
• Made key connections with statutory nature conservation organisation contacts and counterparts across the professional network of engineering and environmental disciplines in Ramboll UK
• Taken on responsibility for the management and delivery of a portfolio of ecology deliverables on a major transport infrastructure project
• Become competent using Ramboll financial management systems appropriate to the grade responsibilities
  

Your starting point for constant growth

For This Role, We Believe Your Starting Point Is

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company.

• Member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CEnv or CEcol desirable)
• Demonstrable experience of effectively managing a team delivering ecological mitigation to an agreed programme including multiple protected species licences on transport infrastructure projects
• Experience and good working knowledge of European Protected Species Mitigation Licence (bat and great crested newt preferable), Low Impact Class Licences and badger development licence procedures.
• Appropriate BSc or equivalent qualification (MSc in a relevant environmental discipline is desirable but not essential)
• Full clean UK driving licence
  

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: Highly organised and able to delegate and prioritise own and others workload. Capable of working independently and effectively within a team. Ability to use initiative and think innovatively. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. Good problem solving skills. 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 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.

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.

Application Deadline: 01.07.2022