A global environmental consultancy seeks a Principal Consultant - Environmental and Ecological Assessment in Manchester. The role involves leading a team of aquatic ecologists, conducting assessments across various stages, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, strong knowledge of ecological assessment, and excellent communication skills. The position offers hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance and includes an attractive benefits package.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A global environmental consultancy seeks a Principal Consultant - Environmental and Ecological Assessment in Manchester. The role involves leading a team of aquatic ecologists, conducting assessments across various stages, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, strong knowledge of ecological assessment, and excellent communication skills. The position offers hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance and includes an attractive benefits package.
Overview Role: Principal Consultant - Environmental and Ecological Assessment Location: Manchester, UK - Hybrid Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. Ricardo, member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of aquatic ecologist, supporting and training junior staff. With the support of your team of ecologist deliver expertise in aquatic ecology investigations across all project stages, from bidding/feasibility/optioneering, extensive field survey programming, detailed design and assessment. Contribute to the production of consents such as Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA), Water Framework Directive (WFD), Drought Permits and INNS assessments as a technical author or reviewer. The role of Principal Consultant will require strong organisation skills and ability to communicate with colleagues and clients to deliver projects to budget and programme. You will work collaboratively as part of a wider team of multi-disciplinary water and environmental experts that include specialists in the fields of EIA, HRA, water resources, hydro ecology, ground and surface water hydrology, geomorphology, water quality and natural capital. Key Competencies and Experience A first degree in a relevant environmental discipline ideally with a post graduate degree. In depth knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation, planning policies, licensing requirements and best practice survey techniques. Capable at leading Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitats Regulations Assessments. A good understanding of WFD assessments, in particular the biological metrics and indices that inform ecological status. Leading, planning and co ordinating field surveys, analysing and interpreting survey results and planning and co ordinating ecological mitigation works. Demonstrable specialist knowledge in either fisheries, macroinvertebrate or macrophyte ecology preferable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; be able to produce meticulous and accurate technical reports as well as communicate confidently with a variety of clients and stakeholders. Be organised with proven ability to multi task and handle several projects simultaneously. Ability to manage multiple projects/proposals concurrently. Skills and Behaviours A self starter, as you'll be part of a small, busy team. Excellent team working skills are therefore essential together with strong communication skills, sound understanding of ecological impact assessment and a close attention to detail. Proven technical reviewing skills. The ability to manage and support technical input into proposals. The ability to be flexible around business needs. Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Our core benefits include 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 flexible bank holidays, a competitive company pension scheme, life assurance and professional subscriptions reimbursement. We also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer. Next steps Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Overview Role: Principal Consultant - Environmental and Ecological Assessment Location: Manchester, UK - Hybrid Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. Ricardo, member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of aquatic ecologist, supporting and training junior staff. With the support of your team of ecologist deliver expertise in aquatic ecology investigations across all project stages, from bidding/feasibility/optioneering, extensive field survey programming, detailed design and assessment. Contribute to the production of consents such as Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA), Water Framework Directive (WFD), Drought Permits and INNS assessments as a technical author or reviewer. The role of Principal Consultant will require strong organisation skills and ability to communicate with colleagues and clients to deliver projects to budget and programme. You will work collaboratively as part of a wider team of multi-disciplinary water and environmental experts that include specialists in the fields of EIA, HRA, water resources, hydro ecology, ground and surface water hydrology, geomorphology, water quality and natural capital. Key Competencies and Experience A first degree in a relevant environmental discipline ideally with a post graduate degree. In depth knowledge of UK and EU Wildlife Legislation, planning policies, licensing requirements and best practice survey techniques. Capable at leading Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitats Regulations Assessments. A good understanding of WFD assessments, in particular the biological metrics and indices that inform ecological status. Leading, planning and co ordinating field surveys, analysing and interpreting survey results and planning and co ordinating ecological mitigation works. Demonstrable specialist knowledge in either fisheries, macroinvertebrate or macrophyte ecology preferable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; be able to produce meticulous and accurate technical reports as well as communicate confidently with a variety of clients and stakeholders. Be organised with proven ability to multi task and handle several projects simultaneously. Ability to manage multiple projects/proposals concurrently. Skills and Behaviours A self starter, as you'll be part of a small, busy team. Excellent team working skills are therefore essential together with strong communication skills, sound understanding of ecological impact assessment and a close attention to detail. Proven technical reviewing skills. The ability to manage and support technical input into proposals. The ability to be flexible around business needs. Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Our core benefits include 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 flexible bank holidays, a competitive company pension scheme, life assurance and professional subscriptions reimbursement. We also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer. Next steps Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.
A global consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant - Economist to join their team in London or Madrid under a hybrid model. This position requires expertise in applied economics, strong research skills, and leadership experience. The successful candidate will lead project delivery for various clients, including government bodies, and contribute to climate and economic policy design. Applicants should hold an MSc in Economics and have experience in consultancy environments. Benefits include flexible working and a culture of diversity and inclusion.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A global consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant - Economist to join their team in London or Madrid under a hybrid model. This position requires expertise in applied economics, strong research skills, and leadership experience. The successful candidate will lead project delivery for various clients, including government bodies, and contribute to climate and economic policy design. Applicants should hold an MSc in Economics and have experience in consultancy environments. Benefits include flexible working and a culture of diversity and inclusion.
Overview Role: Principal Consultant - Economist Location: London, UK or Madrid, Spain - Hybrid Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. Ricardo plc (Member of WSP) is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. Ricardo's Policy, Strategy & Economics Practice supports governments and corporate clients all over the world with policy analysis, strategic advice and economic appraisal to address the most pressing challenges relating to climate change and the environment, energy and mobility. We deliver ground-breaking, state-of-the-art projects that are influential in changing hearts and minds and have tangible, positive impacts for individuals, communities, organisations, nations and the planet as a whole. The Role We are looking for Principal Consultants with experience and expertise in applied economics to join our vibrant multi-national team within Ricardo's Policy, Strategy and Economics (PSE) Practice. You will work on leading edge policy and research studies for a range of clients including the European Commission, the UK and other national governments, international financial institutions (IFIs), trade associations and individual companies. You must have strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, team and business development leadership experience, and an interest in continuous learning. Key Responsibilities Lead technical project delivery and quality assurance, comprising primary and secondary research, stakeholder engagement, data management and analysis, qualitative analysis, socio-economic impact analysis, synthesis, report writing. Work on multiple exciting projects, managing your time and contributions effectively. Join the senior leadership team to develop actionable solutions for climate-focused policy, strategy, and economics challenges. Deploy your skills in research, economic analysis, and client-facing communication. Provide mentorship to more junior team members. Lead business development activities. Key Competencies and Experience An MSc degree (or near completion) in Economics or related fields. Demonstrable experience within consultancy environments, leading proposals and projects for European Commission, UK and other national governments, and international organisations. Expertise in social research and applied economics in policy design and appraisal, especially across areas such as the environment, energy and mobility. Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize data to support evidence-based solutions. Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal. You can simplify technical concepts for diverse audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word are key); proficiency in statistical software desirable. A collaborative mindset-you're a team player who thrives in diverse, multidisciplinary teams. Fluency in English (Spanish required for roles in Madrid; other languages are a plus). Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro-actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer. Next steps Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Overview Role: Principal Consultant - Economist Location: London, UK or Madrid, Spain - Hybrid Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. Ricardo plc (Member of WSP) is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. Ricardo's Policy, Strategy & Economics Practice supports governments and corporate clients all over the world with policy analysis, strategic advice and economic appraisal to address the most pressing challenges relating to climate change and the environment, energy and mobility. We deliver ground-breaking, state-of-the-art projects that are influential in changing hearts and minds and have tangible, positive impacts for individuals, communities, organisations, nations and the planet as a whole. The Role We are looking for Principal Consultants with experience and expertise in applied economics to join our vibrant multi-national team within Ricardo's Policy, Strategy and Economics (PSE) Practice. You will work on leading edge policy and research studies for a range of clients including the European Commission, the UK and other national governments, international financial institutions (IFIs), trade associations and individual companies. You must have strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, team and business development leadership experience, and an interest in continuous learning. Key Responsibilities Lead technical project delivery and quality assurance, comprising primary and secondary research, stakeholder engagement, data management and analysis, qualitative analysis, socio-economic impact analysis, synthesis, report writing. Work on multiple exciting projects, managing your time and contributions effectively. Join the senior leadership team to develop actionable solutions for climate-focused policy, strategy, and economics challenges. Deploy your skills in research, economic analysis, and client-facing communication. Provide mentorship to more junior team members. Lead business development activities. Key Competencies and Experience An MSc degree (or near completion) in Economics or related fields. Demonstrable experience within consultancy environments, leading proposals and projects for European Commission, UK and other national governments, and international organisations. Expertise in social research and applied economics in policy design and appraisal, especially across areas such as the environment, energy and mobility. Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize data to support evidence-based solutions. Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal. You can simplify technical concepts for diverse audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word are key); proficiency in statistical software desirable. A collaborative mindset-you're a team player who thrives in diverse, multidisciplinary teams. Fluency in English (Spanish required for roles in Madrid; other languages are a plus). Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro-actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer. Next steps Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.
A global engineering consulting firm seeks a Principal Safety Consultant to lead safety engineering and assurance services on rail projects. The role involves mentoring junior consultants and enhancing safety protocols while managing projects globally without travel. Candidates should have a background in safety engineering, risk management, and rail infrastructure projects. Flexible working arrangements are offered, promoting work-life balance and personal development.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
A global engineering consulting firm seeks a Principal Safety Consultant to lead safety engineering and assurance services on rail projects. The role involves mentoring junior consultants and enhancing safety protocols while managing projects globally without travel. Candidates should have a background in safety engineering, risk management, and rail infrastructure projects. Flexible working arrangements are offered, promoting work-life balance and personal development.
Overview Role: Principal Safety Consultant (Safety Assurance & Certification) Location: London, Bristol, Derby (Hybrid/Flexible) Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world Ricardo plc is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading edge and innovative cross sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world. The Role We are looking for a Principal Safety Consultant to join our team. If you are aiming to progress in your career and embrace a leadership position, this is a great opportunity for you. In this role, you will play an important role in leading safety engineering and assurance services to a range of rail engineering projects. Your expertise and insights will directly contribute to the enhancement of safety protocols, risk assessment methodologies, and overall project quality. This role not only offers you the chance to further your technical knowledge in rail safety but also to mentor and guide junior consultants, sharing your wealth of experience to foster their growth. It's a unique chance to exhibit your leadership qualities while expanding your skill set in a collaborative and innovative environment. Applicants with varying levels of experience in the listed capabilities are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Leading complex rail safety engineering and assurance services to engineering projects, applying methods and tools aligned with key standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, and/or CSM-RA. Leading the bidding, winning, and successful delivery of complexed commercially viable projects, collaborating with clients to understand their objectives and desired outcomes for each project. Contributing to a diverse range of exciting projects, including safety assurance management, safety approvals, and CSM work for major infrastructure projects such as the National Train Control Centre in Dublin, Crewe Hub remodelling, and East Coast Mainline. Providing support to contractors in completing CSM and approvals for station works. Leading in safety assurance for new rail products, including high speed points systems, axle counters, and other signalling systems. Working on global projects spanning Australia, the US, Canada, Asia and the Middle East. You can contribute to these projects from the UK, without the necessity of travel. Demonstrating flexibility by effectively managing multiple activities and proactively balancing workload across different projects and customers. Leading interactive workshops with clients and stakeholders. Key Competencies and Experience Experience in delivering safety engineering and assurance services to rail projects, utilising methods and tools aligned with standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, and/or CSM-RA. Background in risk management, systems engineering and/or safety engineering. Prior experience in major rail infrastructure projects is highly desirable, especially if gained within the UK or consultancy sector. Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and proactively prioritise workload. Support business development efforts by writing proposals, developing client relationships, and engaging with industry stakeholders. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. If you have experience in cyber security, we'd be keen to hear from you and explore opportunities. This skill is not pertinent to this role. Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Our core benefits include 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 flexible bank holidays, a competitive company pension scheme, life assurance and professional subscriptions reimbursement. We also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Overview Role: Principal Safety Consultant (Safety Assurance & Certification) Location: London, Bristol, Derby (Hybrid/Flexible) Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world Ricardo plc is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading edge and innovative cross sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world. The Role We are looking for a Principal Safety Consultant to join our team. If you are aiming to progress in your career and embrace a leadership position, this is a great opportunity for you. In this role, you will play an important role in leading safety engineering and assurance services to a range of rail engineering projects. Your expertise and insights will directly contribute to the enhancement of safety protocols, risk assessment methodologies, and overall project quality. This role not only offers you the chance to further your technical knowledge in rail safety but also to mentor and guide junior consultants, sharing your wealth of experience to foster their growth. It's a unique chance to exhibit your leadership qualities while expanding your skill set in a collaborative and innovative environment. Applicants with varying levels of experience in the listed capabilities are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Leading complex rail safety engineering and assurance services to engineering projects, applying methods and tools aligned with key standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, and/or CSM-RA. Leading the bidding, winning, and successful delivery of complexed commercially viable projects, collaborating with clients to understand their objectives and desired outcomes for each project. Contributing to a diverse range of exciting projects, including safety assurance management, safety approvals, and CSM work for major infrastructure projects such as the National Train Control Centre in Dublin, Crewe Hub remodelling, and East Coast Mainline. Providing support to contractors in completing CSM and approvals for station works. Leading in safety assurance for new rail products, including high speed points systems, axle counters, and other signalling systems. Working on global projects spanning Australia, the US, Canada, Asia and the Middle East. You can contribute to these projects from the UK, without the necessity of travel. Demonstrating flexibility by effectively managing multiple activities and proactively balancing workload across different projects and customers. Leading interactive workshops with clients and stakeholders. Key Competencies and Experience Experience in delivering safety engineering and assurance services to rail projects, utilising methods and tools aligned with standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, and/or CSM-RA. Background in risk management, systems engineering and/or safety engineering. Prior experience in major rail infrastructure projects is highly desirable, especially if gained within the UK or consultancy sector. Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and proactively prioritise workload. Support business development efforts by writing proposals, developing client relationships, and engaging with industry stakeholders. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. If you have experience in cyber security, we'd be keen to hear from you and explore opportunities. This skill is not pertinent to this role. Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Our core benefits include 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 flexible bank holidays, a competitive company pension scheme, life assurance and professional subscriptions reimbursement. We also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer.
Overview Role: Principal Consultant - Environmental and Ecological Assessment Location: London or Bristol UK - Hybrid Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. Ricardo, member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world. The Role We are looking for an Ecology Consultant at Principal Consultant grade to join our team. You will join colleagues in providing technical support on a variety of ecology projects, across a wide range of clients in the water, developer, infrastructure and public sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of ecology surveys, impact assessment Business development and proposal writing Understating of EIA, HRA and BNG as well as ecology Key competencies and experience Ecology degree or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience as technical lead on a range of projects Hold at least 1 UK protected species licences and held mitigation licences as lead ecologist Strong working knowledge and experience of UK Habitat survey, habitat condition assessments, Defra Biodiversity Metric and Biodiversity Net Gain plans Full UK driving licence GIS skills Managing resourcing for the team Desirable experience CIEEM Full member (or working towards), or equivalent Building client relationships Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Understanding of EIA, HRA and SEA Skills and behaviours A self-starter, as you'll be part of a small and very busy team. Excellent team working skills are therefore essential together with strong communication skills, sound understanding of and a close attention to detail. This is a fast-paced and challenging environment offering you the opportunity to make your mark. You will have support from the wider business for your career to develop into a wide range of future opportunities within Ricardo Energy & Environment. Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Our core benefits include 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 flexible bank holidays, a competitive company pension scheme, life assurance and professional subscriptions reimbursement. We also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro-actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer. Next steps Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team if you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitmentprocess.
Feb 17, 2026
Full time
Overview Role: Principal Consultant - Environmental and Ecological Assessment Location: London or Bristol UK - Hybrid Role ID: Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. Ricardo, member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world. The Role We are looking for an Ecology Consultant at Principal Consultant grade to join our team. You will join colleagues in providing technical support on a variety of ecology projects, across a wide range of clients in the water, developer, infrastructure and public sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of ecology surveys, impact assessment Business development and proposal writing Understating of EIA, HRA and BNG as well as ecology Key competencies and experience Ecology degree or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience as technical lead on a range of projects Hold at least 1 UK protected species licences and held mitigation licences as lead ecologist Strong working knowledge and experience of UK Habitat survey, habitat condition assessments, Defra Biodiversity Metric and Biodiversity Net Gain plans Full UK driving licence GIS skills Managing resourcing for the team Desirable experience CIEEM Full member (or working towards), or equivalent Building client relationships Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Understanding of EIA, HRA and SEA Skills and behaviours A self-starter, as you'll be part of a small and very busy team. Excellent team working skills are therefore essential together with strong communication skills, sound understanding of and a close attention to detail. This is a fast-paced and challenging environment offering you the opportunity to make your mark. You will have support from the wider business for your career to develop into a wide range of future opportunities within Ricardo Energy & Environment. Working here You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place. We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable. Work life balance We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Benefits We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. Our core benefits include 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 flexible bank holidays, a competitive company pension scheme, life assurance and professional subscriptions reimbursement. We also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro-actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer. Next steps Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team if you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitmentprocess.
An environmental consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead ecology assessments and provide technical support on diverse projects in London or Bristol. The successful candidate will have a degree in Ecology, relevant experience, and strong GIS skills. This hybrid role values flexibility and inclusivity, fostering opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment. Join us to make a significant impact through innovative ecological solutions.
Feb 17, 2026
Full time
An environmental consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead ecology assessments and provide technical support on diverse projects in London or Bristol. The successful candidate will have a degree in Ecology, relevant experience, and strong GIS skills. This hybrid role values flexibility and inclusivity, fostering opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment. Join us to make a significant impact through innovative ecological solutions.