Senior Freshwater Ecological Consultant Thomson Environmental Consultants Ltd

Thomson Environmental Consultants is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist to join their dynamic team, responsible for managing and delivering complex freshwater projects. You will lead surveys, conduct data analysis, and prepare technical reports, with expertise in macroinvertebrate surveys and biological indices used to assess river health.

In addition to project work, you will manage and mentor junior staff within the freshwater team. With experience at the Consultant or Senior Consultant level in environmental consultancy, you will contribute to business development, preparing quotes and tenders, and building client relationships. As a technical expert, you will produce accurate, concise reports and environmental assessments to meet regulatory and investigatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver aquatic ecology projects, including macroinvertebrate surveys and consenting projects with supporting environmental assessments.
Produce high quality reporting and assessment deliverables for clients, within allocated time and budget constraints.
Technical ability to review and approve a range of deliverables produced by others.
Coordinate field surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and ensure compliance with Thomson’s methods.