Technical Director - Ecology

The Technical Director will:

• Where appropriate for the technical specialism, meet the requirements of the Capable, and preferably Accomplished, competencies in line with the CIEEM Competency Framework guide.
• Lead the development of technical excellence and solutions based on relevant best practice and research, including knowledge sharing across the national Ecology team.
• Supervise and review the development of standard technical solutions and verify that outputs meet expected quality standards.
• Contribute to the development of a strategy to develop opportunities for the technical area including identifying links between research-based projects and generating work for the wider team.
• Contribute to planning committees, inquiries and Expert Witness evidence.
• Manage projects including scope, cost/revenue budgets, third party deliverables and change control, WIP, invoicing and debt.
• Be able to negotiate and discuss fees and Terms and Conditions, bespoke contracts and warranties (with support from our inhouse legal team) as appropriate.
• Have demonstrable experience of fulfilling task timescales and achieving deadlines with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and third parties regarding risks and potential issues.
• Complete Tetra Tech’s Project Management training to Level 2.
• Have line management responsibility including timesheet signoff, pastoral care and duty of care where appropriate for the technical specialism.
• Lead the mentoring and development of staff in line with strategic goals for the technical specialism.
• Be involved with business development activity including having an awareness of market conditions, opportunities and competition for the technical specialism and the identification and delivery of opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Chartered member of an appropriate professional body and 10 years equivalent experience.
• Hold a full driving licence.

Projects

We work across a breadth of sectors including Residential, Defence, Energy, Government Services and Transport.  Examples of projects we currently work on across the Ecology team include:

• Large scale residential scheme including complex EPS mitigation for a range of species including GCN, dormice, bats and badger;
• Delivery of Local Planning Authority frameworks;
• Ecological survey, mitigation and enhancement in relation to extension and new quarries/mineral sites;
• Protected species surveys and habitat assessments for DIO sites across the South including various EPS mitigation schemes and design including badger, bat, GCN and water voles;
• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessment and Nutrient Neutrality assessments including input into innovative mitigation projects;
• Involvement on a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project undertaking detailed ecological design: and
• Survey, monitoring and advice to statutory organisations in relation to rare and notable plant species

Flexible Working

We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our Environmental specialists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect.  We focus on talent and skills, not postcode.   The role will require working closely with the Ecology leadership team, national Ecology team, mentoring and managing other consultants and developing relationships with clients and colleagues so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. 

We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance.  If the timing’s not quite right for you, please do still get in touch as we will always consider deferring the start date for the right candidate.

About the team

•    Over 50 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team. 
•    Time away from home minimised.  
•    IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier– we focus on talents & skills, not postcode.  Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards.
•    Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use.
•    Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands.
•    Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress.
•    We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts.
•    Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! 
•    And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM.
•    We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting www.tetratecheurope.com/careers

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or parental leave.