Technical Director - Ecology

At Arcadis, we focus on attracting, retaining, and developing people who share our passion and commitment to improve quality of life. In return, we offer you the opportunity to transform your world and the world around you, through client work, upskilling, championing equality and inclusion, or charity involvement. Our people value different perspectives, care about sustainability, and dare to shape the future. One of our core values is ‘people first’. Supported by our Lovinklaan foundation, we invest in you for the long term to help you reach your full potential. You’ll have the opportunity to own your career, work on industry-defining projects, and find solutions to real challenges that make a difference. We encourage a growth mindset and provide space for personal and professional development, building a flexible career that works for you.

As part of our growth, our Ecology team is looking to recruit a Technical Director. Our Ecology team comprises over 60 ecologists with more than 30 years of experience in ecological surveys, assessments, and advice on soil, land use, hydrology, sustainable drainage, arboriculture, ecosystem services, natural capital, biodiversity strategies, and cultural heritage. We have completed over 2,000 projects across the UK, Europe, and beyond for public and private clients. The Technical Director will be responsible for quality control, coordination, and completion of ecological projects across our diverse client base, which includes urban and greenfield residential developments, regulators, local governments, infrastructure projects, and developers. You will play a key role in coaching and leading the team, ensuring engagement in challenging projects that support their growth.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing projects, budgets, and client meetings
• Ensuring technical quality of project deliverables
• Overseeing ecological surveys, data analysis, and report production
• Providing ecological advice across various issues
• Managing license applications, mitigation, and monitoring
• Supervising mitigation activities and liaising with authorities
• Performance management and training of team members
• Designing research projects and developing best practices
• Managing successful bids

Qualifications & Experience:

• Extensive leadership experience with ecological principles and legislation knowledge
• Proven record in ecological assessments and environmental statements
• Knowledge of natural capital and biodiversity net gain is desirable
• Expertise in specific plant/animal groups and survey skills
• Membership of CIEEM and Chartered Ecologist or equivalent
• Survey and/or development licenses preferred

Our work impacts lives and the planet, making cities safer, resilient, and sustainable. We partner with clients to responsibly manage Earth's resources and create a sustainable future. We innovate with data-driven solutions and design thinking to address pressing challenges. As a global company, we support UN Sustainable Development Goals and strive to positively impact communities and the environment. We are committed to becoming net zero by 2035, monitoring our environmental footprint.

We promote a workplace where everyone can bring their best selves. We aim to be an employer of choice, fostering diversity across six ED&I workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race. Diversity enhances our success and innovation.