[Hiring] Aquatic Ecological Consultant @Adler & Allan

Role Description

We are seeking an aquatic consultant to join our dynamic Water team. You will be responsible for managing and delivering complex aquatic projects - leading surveys, conducting data analysis, and preparing technical reports. As a technical expert, you will produce accurate, concise reports and environmental assessments to meet regulatory and investigatory standards in riverine and estuarine environments. Surveys will include but won’t be limited to; macroinvertebrates, fish, habitat and water quality surveys of rivers and lakes. If you are a motivated and skilled professional looking to make a significant impact and develop your career, we invite you to apply and join our growing team. The role can be based anywhere across England or Wales.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver aquatic ecology and/or hydrology projects, including macroinvertebrate surveys and consenting projects with supporting environmental assessments.
• Produce high quality reporting and assessment deliverables for clients, within allocated time and budget constraints.
• Coordinate field surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and ensure compliance with Thomson’s methods.
• Assist in business development by preparing tenders, quotes, and supporting revenue growth.
• Stay updated on ecology/hydrology relevant legislation and survey techniques, for continuous professional development.

Example Field Project Deliverables

• Preliminary ecological appraisals
• Ecological clerk of works
• Macroinvertebrate and water quality monitoring
• Fish surveys
• Modular river habitat surveys
• Water level monitoring and flow gauging

Example Environmental Assessments

• Nutrient neutrality assessments
• Water Framework Directive assessments
• Habitat Regulations Assessments
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Marine Plan Policy Assessments
• Flood Risk Assessments
• Flood Risk Activity Permits
• Marine License Applications

Example Project Objectives

• Water Restoration Fund studies
• Habitat compensation studies
• Habitat surveys to inform BNG for fish pass projects
• Drought permit monitoring
• Storm overflow assessment
• Surveys and assessments to support planning and consent requirements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aquatic ecology, hydro-ecology, or related fields.
• Strong technical knowledge of ecology/hydro-ecology survey techniques, assessments, legislation, and project management.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and ownership/access to a car with business insurance.

Key Skills

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

Desirable Skills

• Experience at Assistant Consultant or Consultant level in environmental consultancy.
• Expertise in biological indices and surveys to assess aquatic ecosystem health, including macroinvertebrate surveys and analysis.
• Experience in hydro-ecology monitoring (water quality, water level, flow gauging).

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Healthcare cash plan
• Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Paid professional memberships
• Clothing allowance
• Performance-related rewards and long service awards
• Free parking
• Regular social and company events