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At Beca, we're looking for a Principal Ecologist to provide specialist ecological advice across a diverse range of projects throughout New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.\nThis role is ideal for a highly respected ecology professional who enjoys applying technical excellence, influencing project outcomes and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, future-focused solutions.\nTe whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity\nAs a Principal Ecologist, you'll provide specialist ecological advice across major infrastructure, renewable energy, water sector and environmental projects, helping clients navigate challenging environmental issues and regulatory requirements.\nWorking closely with planners, engineers, environmental scientists and project managers, you'll contribute your specialist knowledge to deliver integrated solutions that balance environmental, social and commercial outcomes.\nThis is an opportunity to work on nationally significant projects, influence environmental outcomes and help strengthen Beca's technical ecology capability across Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.\nWhile Auckland is preferred, we are open to applications from experienced candidates based anywhere in New Zealand.\nNgā kawenga matua | What you'll be doing\nProvide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of ecological projects, guiding assessment approaches, reviewing technical outputs and ensuring the highest standards of quality.\n\nAct as a trusted adviser to clients, project teams and stakeholders, delivering robust ecological advice and helping shape sustainable outcomes for complex projects.\n\nLead and contribute to strategic pursuits, proposals and tenders, leveraging your expertise to secure and deliver high-value work across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.\n\nBuild strong relationships with clients, regulators, iwi, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams, fostering collaboration and confidence in Beca's ecological expertise.\n\nPartner with specialists across Beca to develop integrated scientific, engineering and environmental solutions while strengthening collaboration with our Australian Ecology team.\n\nChampion technical excellence by staying at the forefront of biodiversity policy, legislation and industry best practice, while contributing to the continued growth and reputation of Beca's ecology practice.\n\nKo wai koe | About you\nYou're a recognised ecology specialist with a reputation for technical excellence, trusted advice and delivering high-quality outcomes on complex projects. You enjoy solving challenging environmental issues, influencing project direction and helping develop the next generation of ecologists.\nYou’ll bring\nDegree-qualified ecology professional with significant consulting experience and recognised technical expertise in terrestrial and/or freshwater ecology, including the successful delivery of complex projects and ecological assessments.\n\nDeep knowledge of New Zealand environmental legislation, policy and regulatory frameworks, coupled with strong analytical thinking, sound technical judgement and pragmatic problem-solving skills.\n\nExperience providing technical leadership, peer review and quality assurance, with the ability to mentor others, build capability and champion technical excellence across a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.\n\nAn established professional network and the ability to build trusted client relationships, win work and contribute to the growth of ecology services.\n\nCEnvP Ecology Specialist accreditation (or progress towards it) is preferred, while hearing, Board of Inquiry or Environment Court experience would be advantageous.\n\nSpecialist expertise in freshwater ecology or ornithology and/or botany would be highly regarded.\n\nNZ working rights and a current driver's licence.\n\nWhy Beca?\nAt Beca, you'll be part of a stable, collaborative and highly respected Ecology team with a strong pipeline of work and trusted client relationships. You'll have the opportunity to:\nWork on nationally significant and technically challenging projects.\n\nCollaborate with specialists across environmental engineering, planning, hydrogeology, digital and other disciplines.\n\nInfluence the future direction of our ecology practice.\n\nContribute to expanding ecology services across Australia and the Pacific.\n\nDevelop innovative, integrated solutions that balance environmental, social and engineering outcomes.\n\nJoin a supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together and helping each other succeed.\n\nTono mai | Apply now\nReady to make everyday better? 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