Senior Field Ecologist
Confidential
Posted: April 14, 2026
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Quick Summary
Assess and analyze ecological data to support conservation projects and inform decision-making.
Required Skills
Job Description
About the role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced senior field ecologist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be looking to further their career and gain invaluable experience across a wide range of projects.
You will be responsible for managing large-scale ecological survey programs across Ireland. You will ensure efficient project delivery, and perform complex data analysis, including GIS usage. You will also prepare specialist ecological reports and provide technical advice to address project-related risks and concern.
Skills & experience
Bachelor’s degree in ecology, natural science, or related biological discipline (postgraduate degree desirable)
5-7 years' experience in environmental consultancy or similar
Previous consultancy experience
Previous experience in mentoring and coaching junior staff
Full or eligible for full membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management
Strong knowledge of ecological legislation
Experience in habitat and species survey design and implementation
Proven track record managing EcIA and AA for large projects
Strong problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills
Excellent report writing skills and proven project management abilities
What We Can Offer You
Being part of ORS means more than just a job, it means joining a company that invests in you and your ambitions with transparency, structure and support.
We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join ORS, which include:
Competitive salary
Performance-related bonus
Pension scheme with matching contributions
Remote-first hybrid model – use your home as a base and any of our office locations as you see fit
Work from abroad
Flexible working hours
Access to over 60 health disciplines through our Kara Connect Platform
Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
Paid maternity, paternity and fertility leave
Company and birthday annual leave days
Death in Service benefit
Tax saver - travel and bike to work
Culture, social, wellness and CPD committees
Talent Development Programmes
Access to leading career coach Gerry Duffy
About ORS
ORS is a world-class multidisciplinary building consultancy with more than 30 years of delivering technical excellence across the built environment. Our mission is simple but powerful: We endeavour to make the lives of our team, clients, partners and communities happier and better in the ways that really matter every single day.
Don’t just take our word for it! ORS has won numerous awards, recognising our Great Place to Work culture.
Winner of the Engineering Consultancy of the Year at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025
Winner of the Graduate Programme of the Year at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025
Winner of the Best Company to Work For at the Irish Design & Build Awards 2024 & 2025
Winner of the Best People Development of the Year at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2024
Winner of the Recruitment & Retention Strategy at the Workplace Excellence Awards 2024
Great Place to Work certified consecutively since 2017
Top 3 Company Best Workplaces in the medium-sized category at the Great Place to Work awards 2025
Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing 2025 Great Place to Work
Engineers Ireland CPD Accreditation since 20217
Awarded for Hybrid Way of Working at the 2022 Great Place to Work Awards
Silver Accreditation through Investors in Diversity 2025
ORS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We foster a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects and supports their individual strengths and experiences.