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Principal Technical Consultant: Nature and Biodiversity

ERM

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland Full time June 09, 2026
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Opportunity Description

The Principal Ecologist is a senior technical specialist responsible for leading complex ecological assessments, providing expert advice to clients and project teams, and supporting the growth, quality, and delivery performance of CPD ecology services. The role combines technical leadership, project delivery, client engagement, and mentorship, with accountability for quality, programme, and commercial outcomes on ecology‑led and multidisciplinary projects.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Delivery

  • Act as technical lead for complex terrestrial, freshwater and/or ornithological ecology scopes across infrastructure, energy, renewables, and development projects.
  • Lead and review Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), HRA inputs, biodiversity chapters for EIAs, and supporting technical reports.
  • Provide authoritative advice on UK planning policy, protected...
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