Senior Ecologist

We are working with an established environmental consultancy with offices in Dublin and Cork, specialising in ecology, environmental impact assessment, and natural capital services. Our multidisciplinary team works on a diverse range of projects across Ireland and the UK, supporting clients in infrastructure, renewable energy, planning, and conservation sectors.

As part of their growth, ATG are seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead complex ecological assessments, mentor junior team members, and help deliver high-quality environmental solutions that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting across a range of project types.
• Manage project delivery from concept to completion, including client liaison, budgeting, and quality assurance.
• Prepare and review ecological reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Appropriate Assessments (AA/NIS), Biodiversity Management Plans, and input to Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs).
• Provide expert ecological advice to clients, project teams, and statutory bodies.
• Mentor and support junior ecologists in survey techniques, report writing, and career development.
• Contribute to business development, including proposal preparation and client relationship management.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, best practice, and health & safety standards.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Botany, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5–7 years’ relevant post-graduate experience in ecological consultancy or a similar field.
• Strong understanding of Irish and EU wildlife legislation, policy, and guidance.
• Proven experience in delivering EcIAs, AAs/NISs, and ecological inputs to planning applications.
• Proficiency in ecological survey methods (e.g. habitat mapping, protected species surveys).
• Excellent report writing, communication, and project management skills.
• Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel for fieldwork.

Desirable Skills

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Chartered Ecologist or progressing toward Chartered status (CIEEM, IEEM, etc.).
• Experience with GIS mapping and spatial data management.
• Specialist expertise in one or more areas (e.g. ornithology, bat ecology, botany, freshwater ecology).
• Experience working on renewable energy, transport, or infrastructure projects.