Managing Marine Consultant – Ornithology

Core responsibilities:

• Deliver marine ornithology elements of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) including desk studies, scoping reports, Preliminary Environmental Information Reports (PEIRs), and EIA chapters
• Manage specialist technical input to PEIRs and EIAs using information from third parties/external subcontractors, such as Collision Risk Modelling (CRM) and Population Viability Analysis (PVA)
• Review, question/challenge, and resolve conclusions from key assessment aspects
• Support development of in-house capabilities in ornithological aspects of EIA and Natura 2000 Assessments

This role contributes to creating a more sustainable and equitable world by providing high-quality marine environmental and planning consultancy services that help clients across various sectors minimize their environmental impact and protect marine ecosystems.

Required qualifications and experience:

• BSc or MSc in a relevant technical subject
• Knowledge and experience across seabed user industries including offshore wind, oil and gas decom, CCS, renewables, and marine aggregates
• Strong robust scientific understanding and track record of marine ornithology, species ecology, and associated impact assessments
• Strong understanding of Collision Risk Modelling and Population Viability Assessments
• Good knowledge of UK's marine biodiversity and ecosystems
• Knowledge of seabird survey design and data types (e.g., Digital Aerial Survey)
• Extensive experience with standard MS Office software
• Awareness of relevant European and domestic legislation concerning nature conservation

Compensation and perks:

• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Twice annual promotion opportunities
• Annual salary review and performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection
• EV car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work scheme
• Travel season ticket loan
• Volunteering and Give As You Earn opportunities
• Employee assistance programme and premium Calm account
• Gym membership discounts and retailer/restaurant gift cards
• Flexible working arrangements including remote options

ERM (Environmental Resources Management) is a global sustainability consultancy that provides high-quality environmental services to clients across various sectors including offshore wind, marine aggregates, carbon capture storage, and renewable energy, with a commitment to creating a more sustainable and equitable world.