Hydroecology Technical Lead

Overview

Senior hydro‑ecologist leading aquatic ecology studies and monitoring for water‑industry projects.

Key Responsibilities

• technical reports
• data analysis
• hydro‑ecology
• monitoring design
• tender prep
• client delivery

Tasks

-Preparation and delivery of interpretive technical reports including for stand alone aquatic ecology studies and in collaboration with other teams. -Analysis and interpretation of biological and hydrometric data, including outputs from standard biotic indices in the context of assessing impacts from abstraction. -Delivery of hydro-ecological investigations on behalf of water industry clients including providing specialist aquatic ecological input to water resources projects. -Building and maintaining a strong internal and external profile as a technical expert, for example, through our Practice Area Networks and externally. -Design and delivery of aquatic ecological monitoring programmes to support water resource investigations. -Preparing tender outputs for medium and large-scale hydro-ecology projects including fee estimates.

Requirements

• ecological data
• r
• statistical analysis
• consultancy
• water framework
• communication

What You Bring

-Experienced in interrogating ecological data (macroinvertebrate, macrophyte and/or fish) to understand and manage impacts of abstraction and other pressures on rivers. -Numerate, preferably with experience in statistical analysis and programming languages such as R. -Extensive, relevant experience gained within a professional consultancy, regulatory or industrial role. -A clear understanding of regulatory drivers including the Water Framework Directive and Habitats Regulations, in a water resources context. -An enthusiastic, confident and positive approach with excellent communication and reporting skills.

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About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

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