Consultant Hydrologist

Glasgow

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic Consultant Hydrologist with a range of experience in the assessment and monitoring of the effects of developments on the hydrological environment.

Ideally with the skills and enthusiasm to work on a range of projects across the UK, developing and managing post and pre-consent hydrology work.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing projects, teams and sub-consultants to ensure projects are delivered to schedule and budget;
• Managing, coordinating and liaising with clients and consultees;
• Providing specific and strategic advice to clients relating to projects across a wide range of sectors;
• Managing and coordinating the preparation of complex technical documents as well as smaller reports and other deliverables;
• Preparing and/or assisting with tender submissions for new projects; and
• Providing advice and support to junior members of staff.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Background in water quality monitoring and calibration, preferably with a minimum of 2 years’ experience;
• Knowledge of Construction Permitting;
• Strong report writing skills;
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills;
• Familiarity with GIS software; and

Membership of CIWEM, ideally working towards Chartered status.

Civil Engineering Technician

Glasgow

We are recruiting for a Civil Engineering Technician who has excellent knowledge of both civil engineering design and highway design, as well as experience in a design consultancy.

Ideally, you will have a broad range of experience in all aspects of civil engineering, in particular site development and roads sectors to work on a range of projects across the UK.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Working on a variety of projects, ensuring deadlines are met in a timely manner;
• Working directly with Arcus Clients, maintaining good relationships and delivering a high standard of work;

• Preparing CAD models and drawings using Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCad;

• Project and team administrative duties and document control; and
• Checking the quality and accuracy of own work and others, ensuring outputs meet the required standards.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and/or experience:

• Accredited Engineering Degree;
• Graduate membership of a relevant, recognised professional institution;
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD;
• Ability to work with others from all disciplines and other professionals to optimise and develop innovative designs;
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision;
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines;
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills; and
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

Graduate Civil / Transportation Engineer

Glasgow

We are recruiting for an articulate and enthusiastic Graduate Civil or Transportation Engineer with recent experience who will work on a range of projects across different sectors throughout the UK.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing day to day technical input suitable for role as part of a team of Engineers and Technicians;
• Undertaking tasks assigned by the team leader to support design delivery;
• Providing regular feedback of progress to the team leader to assist in the management of delivery and ensure that project delivery meets the client’s objectives and requirements;
• Ensuring tasks are carried out and completed in accordance with the agreed scope of works, timescales and budgets;
• Working to established Company systems as set out within the Integrated Management Systems (IMS);
• Assisting team members with consultation with stakeholders; and
• Working in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and/or experience:

• Accredited Engineering Degree;
• Graduate membership of a relevant, recognised professional institution, aspiring to Chartered Engineering status;
• Ability to work with others from all disciplines and other professionals to optimise and develop innovative designs; and
• Fully conversant in Autodesk Civil 3D.

Senior / Principal Transport Engineer

South East England (Maidstone)

We are recruiting for a talented, enthusiastic and motivated Senior or Principal Engineer with excellent project management and team leadership skills.

Ideally, you will have previous experience in roads infrastructure combined with the ability to support other projects such as railways.  Including, experience of planning scheme development through statutory processes such as Environmental Impact Assessment, Development Consent Orders, Highways Act, and the Town and Country Planning Act.

This opportunity is well suited to someone who is looking to develop their existing skillset, including expertise on high profile projects with major clients.  There is also the potential to influence the growth of the team in the South East, providing a great opportunity for an ambitious and talented candidate.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing discrete design packages and small multi-disciplinary design teams both internally and externally;
• Managing projects to client specifications, in a timely manner and on budget;
• Engaging with stakeholders and managing public consultations;
• Presenting technical advice to clients and third parties, in a concise manner;
• Controlling task programme and budgets;
• Contributing to bid proposals and submissions;
• Motivating and managing junior members of staff; and
• Working on transport infrastructure schemes, predominantly roads, but will also include support on the transport elements of a variety of power and renewable projects across the country.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Accredited Engineering Degree;
• Chartered engineer (Incorporated Engineer will be considered) with ICE or CIHT;

• A comprehensive grasp of transportation engineering design, as well as an appreciation of how this fits with wider environmental and economic aspects;

• Commercial awareness, financial and technical reporting ability;
• Able to interpret client requirements to produce sound engineering proposals;
• Experience of working for Highways England, local authorities or passenger transport agencies;
• Experience, of AutoCad and GIS software is preferred;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Ability to assist in the development of the business; and
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Senior Planning Consultant

Glasgow

We are recruiting for a high calibre, ambitious Senior Planning Consultant to support the growth of our Glasgow Planning team.

The ideal candidate will provide professional planning services and work with multidisciplinary teams on a variety of projects.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of projects to schedule and budget;
• Liaising appropriately with in-house specialists as well as sub-consultants, developers and other relevant bodies;
• Reviewing the work of others to ensure high quality output;
• Understanding and summarising analysis provided by technical specialists to construct an argument supporting the principle of a proposed development;
• Maintaining an active knowledge of local and national development plans to provide advice regarding  timescales, amendments and potential changes that may impact projects;
• Assessing planning policy and guidance to advise and guide planning processes;
• Monitoring and evaluating post-submission planning applications;
• Representing the company at client meetings, conferences and other events; and
• Preparing and/or assisting with tender submissions for new projects.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• MRTPI/MRICS qualified (or equivalent);
• Project management including successfully managing competing demands;
• Excellent team working skills and self-motivation;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Experience in renewable energy planning and EIA would be advantageous.

Pleases Note: This position requires travelling to site, other Arcus offices and to client meetings on a regular basis.

Senior Ecologist

South East England

We are recruiting for an ambitious and dynamic Senior Ecologist to work on a range of projects across different sectors throughout the UK, including projects of national significance.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of consultancy experience, including experience in project management and the ability to demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of ecological guidance, legislation and policy.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Supporting the team leader in maintaining the team by ensuring the appropriate candidates are recruited, selected, and trained, where so directed by the team leader;
• Managing, developing and focusing staff to deliver quality, client-focussed advice and ensure business profitability;
• Managing projects, teams and sub-consultants to ensure projects are delivered to schedule and budget;
• Managing, coordinating and liaising with in-house specialists as well as sub-consultants, developers and other relevant bodies;
• Providing specific and strategic advice to clients relating to projects across a wide range of sectors;
• Negotiating with regulators and stakeholders on behalf of clients;
• Competently carrying out Ecological Impact Assessment;
• Carrying out quantitative and qualitative analyses of data;
• Understanding relevant UK/European legislation and policy; and
• Managing and coordinating the preparation of complex technical documents as well as smaller reports and other deliverables.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management;
• Experience in the renewable energy sector, such as onshore and offshore wind and/or solar;
• Experience in Ecological Impact Assessment chapter writing;
• Habitats & botanical surveying skills (such as NVC survey);
• Natural England Protected Species Licence holders and, have produced/held European Protected Species licences in your own name;
• Ecological Clerk of Works experience (CSCS card holder if possible);
• Expert witness experience; and
• Business development experience.

Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant

Glasgow, North East England, South East England, York

We are recruiting for a talented, enthusiastic and motivated Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant to join our Environment Team in either Glasgow, the North East (Sunderland), York or the South East (Maidstone).

The ideal candidate will be looking to build on their existing skillset and develop a broad range of experience and specific expertise on high profile projects with major clients.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing multi-disciplinary projects, teams and sub-consultants to ensure projects are delivered to schedule and budget;

• Providing specific and strategic advice to clients relating to projects across a wide range of sectors;

• Reviewing the work of others to ensure high quality output; and
• Managing and coordinating the preparation of complex technical documents (e.g. Environmental Statements) as well as smaller documents and reports.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• A degree in a relevant subject;
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary consultancy projects; and
• Business development and networking experience.

Please Note: This position requires travelling to site, other Arcus offices and to client meetings on a regular basis.

Ecologist

North East England, South East England, York

We are recruiting for a talented Ecologist to join our Ecology Team.  The ideal candidate will be looking to build on their existing skillset and develop a broad range of experience and specific expertise on high profile projects with major clients.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of projects to schedule and budget;
• Liaising appropriately with in-house specialists as well as sub-consultants, developers and other relevant bodies;
• Managing and analysing complex ecological datasets;
• Undertaking ecological desk-based studies and submitting data requests;
• Consulting with stakeholders and statutory bodies;
• Preparing technical reports and other deliverables;
• Providing Ecological Clerk of Works services and advice;
• Planning and carrying out ecological field surveys;
• Providing input into Ecological Impact Assessment for major development proposals;
• Ensuring adherence to the CIEEM professional code of conduct and promote sustainable development;
• Providing support and input to protected species licence applications, mitigation work and habitat management proposals; and
• Providing advice and support to junior members of staff.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Graduate Membership of CIEEM; actively working towards Associate level;
• Experience of undertaking a range of ecology surveys;
• At least one year’s consultancy experience;
• Natural England Class licences preferable but not crucial;
• Experience as an Ecological Clerk of Works (for York and North East roles)
• Knowledge of protected species licensing and mitigation;
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary consultancy projects;
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills; and

Pleases Note: As this role includes both field and office-based work, a full UK driving licence is required and the successful candidate must be willing to travel throughout the UK.

Graduate Landscape Architect

Glasgow

We are recruiting for a talented Graduate Landscape Architect based in our Glasgow office.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their careers through a diverse and exciting portfolio of projects across the UK.   Responsible for providing support to the Landscape Team with all landscape work and support Project Managers with the successful delivery of projects to schedule and budget.

Graduate Landscape Architect

The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Support Design team in the delivery of projects;
• Assist with landscape design, contract management and in the preparation of Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) for a wide range of developments;
• Assist with the preparation of reports and tender submissions;
• Develop professional knowledge via ongoing Continued Professional Development

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Degree in Landscape Architecture;
• Demonstrable skills in the use of AutoCAD and Adobe suites;
• GIS skills would be preferable, but not essential;
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills

• Passion for Design and the Environment

Graduate Planning Consultant

Glasgow

We are recruiting for a Graduate Planning Consultant to support our growing team. The role involves a varied workload on projects throughout the UK, across a range of sectors, supporting the wider team with application preparation and submission, feasibility studies, development plans, representations and in preparation for appeals.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing and negotiating planning applications and applications under the Electricity Act of each of the administrations;
• Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of projects to schedule and budget;
• Maintaining an active knowledge of planning policy and guidance and local/national development plans, to provide advice regarding  timescales, amendments and potential changes that may impact clients and/or proposed developments;
• Providing planning advice on developments from site finding to discharge of planning conditions including advice on consultation and engagement strategies;
• Preparing planning statements, design and access statements and public consultation reports;
• Supporting post-submission monitoring and evaluation of planning applications, involving summarising a wide range of points to provide a clear and concise overview of the status of a planning application;
• Assisting with planning appeals, inquiry procedures including reviewing proofs of evidence and supporting documentation as necessary;
• Liaising appropriately with in-house specialists as well as sub-consultants, developers and other relevant bodies;
• Assisting with the preparation of reports and other deliverables;
• Understanding and fulfilling the requirements of Arcus’ Quality Assurance system;
• Adhering to Arcus’ Health and Safety systems and procedures and take reasonable measures to ensure your own Health and Safety and that of co-workers;
• Representing Arcus at client meetings, conferences and other events;
• Assisting with the preparation of tender submissions for new projects; and
• Developing professional identity and experience via ongoing Continued Professional Development.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Degree in relevant subject;
• Working towards RTPI or MRICS accreditation or equivalent;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• A professional approach to problem-solving; and
• Self-motivated and able to work alone as well as part of a team.

We are growing our organisation, and always on the lookout for exceptional talent we therefore invite you to send your CV in consideration of any of the following roles (from Graduate to Associate Director):

• Acoustic Consultant
• Air quality consultant
• Archaeology/heritage consultant
• Civil Engineering Consultant
• Environmental Consultant
• Ecologist
• Hydrology consultant
• Landscape Architect
• Planning Consultant