Principal Ornithologist
Core
Lead ornithological services and deliver high-quality Environmental Impact Assessment and Habitat Regulations Appraisal for clients across the UK.
Role type
Principal Ornithologist (Senior IC)
Builds
Environmental Impact Assessment services, Habitat Regulations Appraisal, collision risk models, spatial models, population viability analysis
Domain
Environmental consulting / Ornithology / UK legislation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Avian ecology expertise, Environmental Impact Assessment, Habitat Regulations Appraisal, collision risk modelling, spatial modelling, population viability analysis, stakeholder management, technical leadership, UK legislation framework knowledge, fieldwork risk assessment, MS Office proficiency
Preferred skills
Sustainable development strategy, business planning, mentoring, GIS collaboration, innovation in ecological services
Technologies
MS Word, MS Excel, GIS tools
Responsibilities
Direct and manage medium to large environmental assessment projects, build and shape stakeholder relationships with regulatory bodies and conservation organizations, collaborate on advanced modelling techniques, support resource and business planning, mentor junior staff
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic input