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Arcadis

Global design, engineering, consultancy for assets

Ecologist

Environmental EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • You have completed a relevant bachelor's or master's degree and have several years of relevant work experience as an ecologist or environmental advisor.
  • You have broad ecological knowledge at ecosystem level and can apply it independently in complex project contexts.
  • Expertise in ecohydrology is a strong advantage.
  • Relevant field biology knowledge of flora and fauna and experience with nature research, impact assessments, and/or environmental impact reporting are preferred.
  • Recognition as an environmental impact assessment expert in biodiversity is an advantage.
  • You are familiar with applicable nature and environmental legislation and can translate requirements into feasible project advice.
  • You work in a structured way, monitor agreements and quality, and take responsibility for the results of your assignments.
  • You communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders, and write clear, complete, well-supported reports.
  • You are familiar with common Microsoft Office applications; experience with relevant GIS or analysis tools is an advantage.
  • Dutch is the working language; you must also communicate and report fluently in English.

Responsibilities

  • Independently assess the effects of projects on biodiversity, including projects in infrastructure, industry, and wind energy.
  • Advise clients and project teams on ecological risks and opportunities, mitigation measures, and nature-inclusive solutions.
  • Prepare, coordinate, and substantively review nature studies, impact assessments, and contributions to environmental impact reports.
  • Translate legislation, research results, and field data into clear, practical advice.
  • Monitor the quality, schedule, and progress of your own work packages and coordinate with internal specialists and external stakeholders.
  • Guide and provide substantive support to junior colleagues, and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team.
  • Work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams, maintain substantive contact with clients, and take ownership of your assignments.
  • Depending on assignment size and complexity, direct sub-investigations and contribute to proposals, project approaches, and further development of the service offering.

Desired Qualifications

  • Expertise in ecohydrology.
  • Relevant field biology knowledge of flora and fauna and experience with nature research, impact assessments, and/or environmental impact reporting.
  • Recognition as an environmental impact assessment expert in biodiversity.
  • Experience with relevant GIS or analysis tools.

About the Company

Arcadis

Global design, engineering, consultancy for assets

Arcadis is a global design, engineering, and consultancy firm that creates and manages natural and built assets. It operates across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific, serving governments, public agencies, and private companies. Its four business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience, and Intelligence—cover sustainable buildings and urban development, transportation infrastructure, climate adaptation, and data-driven digital solutions to optimize asset performance. The company earns fees for its integrated services that combine planning, design, engineering, and advisory work. Arcadis differentiates itself through its global reach and its integrated, multi-disciplinary approach that links physical design with data analytics and digital insights to deliver high-value solutions. Its goal is to help clients create and maintain sustainable, resilient, and efficient assets while improving decision-making and performance across complex projects.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Watermael-Boitsfort, Belgium
Founded
1888

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