Principal Technical Consultant: Nature and Biodiversity

ERM • Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland • Posted June 12, 2026

Location Dublin, County Dublin

Job Type Full time

Category Life Scientists

Posted June 12, 2026

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.
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