Principal Freshwater Ecologist
WSPUnited Kingdom
Posted October 14, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, with over 69,000 employees and 72,800 passionate people united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.
Job Description
Join WSP's Aquatic Ecology team as a Principal Freshwater Ecologist and contribute to landmark projects. The role involves guiding aquatic ecology baseline survey programmes, authoring Environmental Impact Assessment chapters, and line managing staff.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in freshwater ecology
- Advanced technical knowledge in freshwater ecology, including protected species
- Ability to produce high-quality reports and deliverables
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant ecology and water legislation
- Experience in managing staff and projects
- Excellent communication and people management skills
Benefits
- Work-life balance
- Inclusivity and Belonging
- Health and Wellbeing
- Flex your time
- Your development