Consultant level Heritage Consultant

York, North East England, South East England or Glasgow

The Role:

Our environment team are looking for a Consultant level heritage consultant to join our team to work on a range of multi-disciplinary projects throughout the UK.

This role will involve both field work and office-based reporting. You will have excellent oral and written communications skills, able to think strategically, be a creative problem solver, and manage the pressure of multiple demands on your time and resources. Key to this role will be the ability to develop confidence and trust in your relationships with clients, stakeholders, statutory consultees, contractors and colleagues alike.

Responsibilities:

For this role, a suitable candidate will be able to:

• Work positively in a variety of demanding environments;
• Possess commercial acumen;
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams with different goals;
• Assist the environment team with wider EIA issues; and
• Provide support to the Environment Team, both in the office and in the field.

Skills & Experience:

Candidates will ideally have:

• CIfA Accreditation preferred;
• Knowledge of British archaeology and EIA regulations;
• Knowledge of the UK’s national planning policy framework;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills;
• Previous experience in technical report writing (e.g. Environmental Impact Assessments, Heritage Impact Statements, Archaeological Desk-based Assessments, etc.); and
• Familiarity with GIS.

Please Note: A full driving licence is required for this role. A full UK driving licence is required and you must be willing to travel throughout the UK and Ireland.

Senior level Heritage Consultant

York, North East England, South East England or Glasgow

The Role:

Our environment team are looking for a senior level heritage consultant to join our York or North East team to work on a range of multi-disciplinary projects throughout the UK.

This role will involve both field work management and office-based reporting for a wide range of development project throughout the UK and Ireland. You will have excellent oral and written communications skills, able to think strategically, be a creative problem solver, and manage the pressure of multiple demands on your time and resources. Key to this role will be the ability to manage deliverables and budgets as well as develop confidence and trust in your relationships with clients, stakeholders, statutory consultees, contractors, and colleagues alike.

Responsibilities:

For this role, a suitable candidate will be able to;

• Work positively in a variety of demanding environments;
• Possess commercial acumen;
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams with different goals;
• Assist the environment team with wider EIA issues; and
• Provide support to the Environment Team, both in the office and in the field.

Skills & Experience:

Candidates will ideally have:

• Heritage related degree with a minimum of five years of experience in a commercial environment managing projects and deliverables;
• CIfA Accreditation preferred;
• Knowledge of British archaeology and EIA regulations;
• Knowledge of the UK’s national planning policy framework and emerging policy;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills; and
• Previous experience in technical report writing (e.g. Environmental Impact Assessments, Heritage Impact Statements, Archaeological Desk-based Assessments, etc.).

In addition to the above, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with some of the following:

• Experience in business development;
• Ability to track and manage project finances and deliverables;
• Comprehensive understanding of heritage policy and fieldwork;
• Knowledge of project management principles; and
• Proficiency in GIS.

Please Note: A full clean driving licence is required for this role and you must be willing to travel throughout the UK and Ireland.

Consultant Ecologist or Ornithologist

Scotland

The Role:

Our long-established ecology team, based in Glasgow City Centre, is looking for a dynamic and experienced ecologist or ornithologist to deliver both office and field-based aspects of consultancy. We are ideally looking to appoint at consultant level, but all levels of experience will be considered.  The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of ecological or ornithological guidance, legislation and policy, and will be responsible for managing, co-ordinating and carrying out surveys, delivering reports and site assessments, and supporting the Glasgow Ecology Team, and the wider Arcus team.

Responsibilities (may vary depending on role):

For this role, a suitable candidate will be able to;

• Provide support to the Glasgow Ecology Team, both in the office and in the field;
• Plan, co-ordinate and manage ecology surveys;
• Manage ecological or ornithological survey data;
• Manage projects and sub-consultants;
• Produce high quality ecological reports and appraisals, and contribute into ecological impact assessments;
• Provide technical advice to clients and other technical teams; and to
• Liaise and consult with planning authorities and relevant stakeholders.

Skills & Experience:

Candidates will ideally;

• Be members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management.
• Have an established level of ecological consultancy experience.
• Have expertise in Scottish species/habitats, including relevant survey guidance and legislation.

In addition to the above, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with some of the following:

• Experience in the renewable energy sector, such as onshore and offshore wind;
• Marine or fisheries knowledge and experience;
• Habitats & botanical knowledge and expertise;
• Scottish Natural Heritage Protected Species Licence application experience;
• GIS and bat or bird survey data analysis skills;
• Ecological Impact Assessment experience; and
• Ecological Clerk of Works experience (including valid CSCS card).

Please Note: A full driving licence is required for this role.

Offshore Development Manager

Scotland, North East England, Ireland

The Role:

Arcus has a new opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Offshore Development Manager with the confidence to develop our business in the Offshore Wind Energy Sector.  As an integral member of the Arcus team, your role will be to grow and diversify our business and you will have the ambition to drive this new and exciting role within the team.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the Arcus business within Offshore Wind sector;
• Maintaining and building on our established client relationships and projects;
• Developing the business and winning work, specifically EIA and planning work in the Offshore Wind sector;
• Recruiting, growing and managing a team of professionals, and encouraging a business development and entrepreneurial philosophy;
• Directing multi-disciplinary projects and coordinating complex technical documents;
• Working closely with the Arcus Operational Management Team to promote company-wide opportunities; and
• Ensuring that marketing material is kept up to date (website, social media and print material).

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent leadership and management skills;
• A proven track record in client management and business development;
• Experienced in managing multi-disciplinary projects, technical teams, sub-contractors, finances, and project deliverables;
• Knowledge of the planning system, including consenting and compliance, preferably related to renewable energy projects; and
• Appropriate academic qualifications and membership of a recognised professional institution.

Please send your CV and covering letter outlining why you are a suitable candidate for the role to recruitment@arcusconsulting.co.uk.

For further information on all vacancies at Arcus, please visit the Careers Section of our website at www.arcusconsulting.co.uk  

Administrative Support Assistant

York

Arcus Consultancy Services Limited are looking for a part-time Administrative Support Assistant (22.5 hours per week, over 3 days, Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9.00am – 5pm) to join our team in York on a 6 month fixed term contract.  Ideally able to hit the ground running, you will have excellent attention to detail and be confident working with a variety of stakeholders.

Working alongside your colleagues within the Support team, you will assist with the smooth running of the office by delivering effective reception and administrative support across the business.  Reporting to the Support Manager, your duties will include:

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring reception duties are carried out in a professional manner, including greeting visitors to the office and answering telephone enquiries;
• Providing comprehensive and efficient administrative support across the business;
• Processing day to day financial transactions on Sage, and assisting with the management of debtors and creditors; and
• Providing 1st line IT support to colleagues in the York Office as directed by the IT Manager.

Skills & Experience:

In order to cope with the demands of this multi-faceted role, the ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Previous financial experience, including Credit Control and Purchase Ledger;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• At least 2-years’ experience working in a similar role;
• Excellent attention to detail; and
• Computer literate with previous experience using MS Office and SAGE.

Please send your CV and covering letter outlining why you believe you are a good match for the role and your salary expectations to recruitment@arcusconsulting.co.uk .

The closing date for this role is Friday 22 November 2019 2019 with interviews being held immediately thereafter.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Acoustics Consultant / Senior Acoustics Consultant

North East, South East, York or Glasgow

Our Acoustics team has a number of opportunities for talented Consultants or Senior Consultants to support the delivery of high-quality noise and vibration services.

The roles vary between grades, but will primarily involve carrying out noise and vibration assessments for projects across a range of sectors, including construction, infrastructure, industrial, commercial, renewables and residential. Any successful candidate must be able to provide value to our clients, from initial consultation to delivery of clear, concise final reports.

The Senior Consultant role would suit those with ambition to help identify and target new business opportunities.

In return, Arcus offers a competitive salary package, excellent training and development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work alongside talented consultants and engineers to delivery significant and exciting projects.

The following experience / qualifications would be beneficial:

Skills & Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience in Acoustics;
• Degree in Acoustics or related discipline;
• AMIOA or MIOA status preferred;
• Track record of delivering high-quality Acoustics-related insight to clients;
• Ability to write clear, concise reports;
• Experience of identifying business opportunities and preparing marketing campaigns for existing and new services; and
• A driving licence is essential.

We have offices throughout the UK, and will consider home working for the right candidate.

Graduate Hydrologist

Glasgow

Arcus has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic graduate to join the Hydrology Team in Glasgow to work on a variety of projects, including wind farm and solar sites.

The ideal candidate will benefit from training with a CIWEM trained Chartered Mentor

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Delivery of Water Quality Monitoring programmes across Scotland
• Field Surveys
• Desk Studies
• Technical Report Writing
• Supporting the Hydrology Team with Business Development
• Calibration of Technical Equipment
• Support of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) delivery

Skills & Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:
• Graduate to BSc Level
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Willingness to travel across Scotland
• Have a full, clean driving license
• Familiarity with GIS an advantage

Engineer / Senior Engineer – Hydrology

Glasgow / North East England

Arcus has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Engineer / Senior Engineer with a range of experience in sustainable foul and surface water drainage design with the skills and enthusiasm to join the team to work on a range of projects across the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Managing projects and coordinating complex technical documents such as SuDS Strategies and hydrology-related aspects of Environmental Impact Assessments;
• Designing and developing detailed drainage solutions from inception to completion;
• Proficient in the statutory undertakers approval process UK wide;
• Maintaining and building on our established client relationships and projects;
• Supporting business development activities, specifically input to tender bids and client liaison; and
• Providing specific and strategic advice to clients regarding projects across a wide range of sectors.

Skills & Experience:

• IEng but ideally CEng (or working towards);
• Experience of producing Drainage Impact Assessments and SuDS Design of a range of developments;
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams;
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; and
• Proficient in the use of:  Micro Drainage or InfoWorks software and CAD / Civils 3D.

Senior Landscape Architect

York and Glasgow

Following a growing workload we are looking for two talented, enthusiastic and passionate senior landscape architects either nearing chartered status or already Chartered (with 1-2 years post chartered experience).

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparation of high quality hard and soft landscape designs, masterplan, sections and montages;
• Preparation of landscape and visual impact assessments for property, renewables and infrastructure projects;
• Working with our in-house graphics specialists and landscape architects to develop high-quality visualisations for design, LVIA and presentations;
• Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of projects to programme and budget;
• Liaising appropriately with in-house specialists as well as clients, sub-consultants, developers and other relevant bodies;
• Reviewing the work of others to ensure high quality output;
• 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:

• Degree/Diploma in Landscape Architecture;
• Chartered or working towards Chartered Membership;
• Expertise in landscape assessments, LVA and LVIA/TVIA;
• Excellent written, visual and verbal communication skills;
• Comfortable working independently and part of a multi-disciplinary team; and
• Excellent IT skills including AutoCAD, Photoshop, and a variety of graphics packages (GIS and keyscape would be an advantage but not essential).

If you would like to apply for a position please send your CV and examples of work (pdf) no greater than 5mb) to recruitment@arcusconsulting.co.uk.

Associate Director, Environment Team

Glasgow

The Role:

Arcus is recruiting for an enthusiastic and talented Associate Director to join our Environment Team in Glasgow.  As a Senior Member of the Company, your role will be to support the delivery of high profile projects; develop and manage the Environment Business; provide support to business development initiatives; and manage key clients, predominantly in the renewable energy sector.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and building on our established client relationships and projects;
• Supporting the continued recruitment of a team of environmental professionals;
• Leading, developing, mentoring and managing colleagues within the Environment Team, and encouraging an entrepreneurial philosophy;
• Managing multi-disciplinary projects and coordinating complex technical documents such as Environmental Statements;
• Supporting business development activities, specifically EIA and planning work in the renewable energy sector;
• Working closely with the Arcus Operational Management Team; and
• Ensuring that marketing material is kept up to date (website, social media and print material).

Skills & Experience:

• Excellent leadership and management skills;
• A proven track record in client management;
• Experienced in managing multi-disciplinary projects, technical teams, sub-contractors, finances, and project deliverables;
• Knowledge of the EIA process, preferably related to renewable energy projects;
• Experience of business development; and
• Appropriate academic qualifications and membership of a recognised professional institution.

Operational Director

Republic of Ireland

The Role:

Arcus has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Operational Director who has the confidence to develop our business in the Republic of Ireland (RoI).  As an integral member of the Arcus Operational Management Team, your role will be to grow and diversify our business within the renewable energy, infrastructure and property sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the Arcus business within RoI;
• Maintaining and building on our established client relationships and projects;
• Developing the business and winning work, specifically EIA and planning work in the renewable energy sector;
• Locating and establishing an office base;
• Recruiting, growing and managing a team of multi-disciplinary professionals, and encouraging a business development and entrepreneurial philosophy;
• Directing multi-disciplinary projects and coordinating complex technical documents;
• Working closely with the Arcus Operational Management Team to promote company-wide opportunities; and
• Ensuring that marketing material is kept up to date (website, social media and print material).

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent leadership and management skills;
• A proven track record in client management and business development;
• Experienced in managing multi-disciplinary projects, technical teams, sub-contractors, finances, and project deliverables;
• Knowledge of the planning system, including consenting and compliance, preferably related to renewable energy projects; and
• Appropriate academic qualifications and membership of a recognised professional institution.

Senior Hydrologist

South East England

The Role:

Arcus has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Senior Hydrologist with a range of experience in fluvial hydraulic modelling and sustainable foul and surface water drainage design with the skills and enthusiasm to join the team to work on a range of projects across the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Managing projects and coordinating complex technical documents such as Flood Risk Assessments, SuDS Strategies and hydrology-related aspects of Environmental Impact Assessments;
• Maintaining and building on our established client relationships and projects;
• Supporting business development activities, specifically input to tender bids and client liaison; and
• Providing specific and strategic advice to clients regarding projects across a wide range of sectors.

Skills & Experience:

• Chartered Membership of CIWEM, or working towards chartership;
• Previous experience in Flood Risk Assessment, Water Quality Monitoring and Hydraulic Modelling;
• Experience of sustainable drainage design (SuDS) and ideally Water Quality Monitoring and Environmental Permitting;

• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams;
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; and

• Familiar with the following software:
  • Flood Modeller or Hec-Ras;
  • Micro Drainage; and
  • Flood Estimation Handbook / ReFH.

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 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

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.