RPS

Principal Ecologist - Bats

Company
Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
3/27/2025
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Description
RPS, a Tetra Tech company, is looking for a Principal Ecologist to join our ecological team, delivering master planning inputs, ecological appraisals, botanical, BNG and protected species surveys and studies, mitigation design and construction and post-construction supervision and monitoring.

We’re looking for someone based in Southern England (Southampton, Cambridge, Oxford, Bristol, Plymouth although other locations will be considered.)

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.

We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s over 30,000 strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference.Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate would be an established ecological consultant (Class 2/3/4 bat licence/specialist harp traps and radio tracking; bat mitigation licenses; designing and implementing bat mitigation plans; bat house design.) with experience working in ecological consultancy and with the following key skills:

  • Very good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills
  • Demonstrable mentoring & coaching skills
  • Ability to identify opportunities and secure new business / clients in collaboration with the wider team / Directors
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with team, colleagues, clients and external bodies
  • Strong financial and project management skills
  • An ability to think creatively and strategically
  • A positive approach to their own professional development
  • A full understanding and belief in RPS’ Purpose, Promise and Behaviours
  • Strong knowledge of the technical discipline including the current methods, legislation, techniques and guidance which directs the services we provide
  • Demonstrable experience working as an ecological consultant and project management experience
  • Line management and client relationship management skills
  • Knowledge of the industry and professional consultancy
  • Full driving licence

Preferred Qualifications

  • Educated to degree level in a relevant subject with consultancy experience
  • CIEEM membership (Full)

RPS, A Tetra Tech Company

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

What’s in it for you?

We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.



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