My client is seeking to appoint a Technical Director of Marine Ecology to develop existing work in the marine renewables, oil and gas, and power generation sectors and expand our market share in other relevant sectors. This is a rare opportunity for a high calibre professional who has the drive and ambition to take a highly influential role in the growth of a successful consultancy. The candidate will play a key role in the technical delivery and commercial development of their rapidly expanding ecology services offered as part of our multidisciplinary approach to projects.

The successful applicant will be a technical specialist in ecology/environmental sciences, with specific experience in the marine environment sector, and will have a demonstrable track record in business development. A comprehensive knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment and ideally (but not essentially) in policy development is desirable.

Not only will the role involve leading a growing and enthusiastic team, developing businesses and taking a technical lead, it will provide the opportunity to work in one of the Europe's leading consultancies providing environmental services to developers at the forefront of the next generation of green energy production.

Responsibilities:
o Providing technical expertise;
o Marketing and business development;
o Promoting the company's activities in marine environmental services, generating enquiries, contributing to relevant marketing activities and other areas as opportunities develop;
o Liaising with clients and stakeholders;
o Managing complex and multidisciplinary projects;
o Mentoring staff and review of work with the support of Principal consultants;
o Providing expert advice on policy and legislative developments in a range of sectors, and the implications of these for our clients and projects;

Qualifications and Essential Skills:
o Minimum BSc (MSc/PhD advantageous) in a relevant environmental science (i.e. marine biology, coastal sciences);
o In depth knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines;
o Strong project and team leadership skills;
o Excellent communication and presentation skills;
o Technical knowledge of one or more of the following sectors: renewable energy developments; coastal oil and gas developments; coastal power generation; port and harbour developments; aggregate extraction, coastal zone man