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This role is suited to a highly respected ecologist who enjoys solving complex environmental challenges, influencing project outcomes, mentoring others and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, future-focused solutions.\nTe whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity\nAs a Principal Ecologist, you'll provide specialist terrestrial ecology advice across major infrastructure, renewable energy, water and environmental projects, helping clients navigate complex ecological, consenting and regulatory challenges.\nWorking closely with planners, engineers, environmental scientists and project managers, you'll contribute to integrated solutions that balance environmental, social and commercial outcomes. You'll provide specialist input to ecological impact assessments, biodiversity management planning, environmental approvals and consenting processes, including hearings, Board of Inquiry proceedings and Environment Court matters.\nYou'll also help shape Beca's ecology capability, develop emerging talent and support the continued growth of our ecology services across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.\nNgā kawenga matua | What you'll be doing\nProvide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of terrestrial ecology projects, guiding assessment approaches, reviewing technical outputs and ensuring high-quality delivery. \nLead and contribute to terrestrial ecological surveys, ecological impact assessments, biodiversity management plans and mitigation strategies, applying specialist expertise in avifauna, botany, bats, lizards or terrestrial biodiversity. \nAct as a trusted adviser to clients, project teams and stakeholders, providing pragmatic ecological solutions for complex environmental and consenting challenges. \nProvide expert ecological evidence and technical support for hearings, Board of Inquiry proceedings and Environment Court processes. \nBuild trusted relationships with clients, regulators, iwi and project stakeholders, while contributing to business development, proposals and tenders.\nMentor and support ecologists across all career stages, sharing knowledge and collaborating with environmental, planning and engineering specialists to strengthen Beca's ecology capability.\nKo wai koe | About you\nYou're a recognised terrestrial ecology specialist with a reputation for trusted advice, technical leadership and delivering high-quality outcomes on complex and nationally significant projects. You enjoy solving challenging environmental issues and influencing project direction while developing the next generation of ecologists.\nYou’ll bring\nA relevant tertiary qualification with substantial consulting experience and recognised expertise in avifauna, botany, bats, lizards or terrestrial biodiversity. \nStrong knowledge of New Zealand environmental legislation, policy and regulatory frameworks, supported by sound technical judgement and problem-solving skills. \nExperience preparing and/or presenting expert ecological evidence and supporting Environment Court, hearing and Board of Inquiry processes. \nProven success leading complex ecological projects, undertaking technical review and mentoring others.\nAn established professional network and a track record of building trusted client relationships, winning work and contributing to business growth. \nCEnvP Ecology Specialist accreditation (or progress towards it) and experience delivering ecological impact assessments and biodiversity management plans. \nNgā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer\nAt Beca, you'll join a stable, collaborative and highly respected ecology team, supported by longstanding client relationships, a strong pipeline of nationally significant work and opportunities to contribute across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.\nA career with Beca offers opportunities to:\nWork on nationally significant and technically challenging projects. \nCollaborate with specialists across environmental engineering, planning, hydrogeology, digital and other disciplines. \nInfluence the future direction of our ecology practice and help develop the next generation of ecologists.\nContribute to the growth of our ecology services across Australia and the Pacific.\nDevelop innovative solutions that balance environmental, social and engineering outcomes. \nJoin a supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together and helping each other succeed\nAccess a range of employee benefits, including discounted health insurance, gym membership discounts and social club activities\nBeca is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences feel valued and empowered to contribute.\nTono mai | Apply now\nReady to make everyday better? 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