Tierney Carter


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Senior Project Manager / Marine Environmental Consultant

I am a Senior Project Manager and Marine Environmental Consultant with a background in marine environmental consultancy and marine mammal science. I have a particular interest in marine mammals, underwater acoustics and offshore renewable energy, and enjoy applying scientific knowledge to support sustainable marine development.

Contact details:
  • tierney.carter@sams-enterprise.com
  • +44 (0)1631 559 419


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My role at SAMS Enterprise

As a Senior Project Manager and Marine Environmental Consultant at SAMS Enterprise, I manage and deliver multidisciplinary marine environmental projects for clients across the offshore renewables, ports and harbours, and research sectors. I oversee projects from proposal through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to a high technical standard, while contributing to tenders, technical reports and environmental assessments.

My specialist expertise is in marine mammals and underwater acoustics, supported by extensive international field experience as a Marine Mammal Observer (MMO), Passive Acoustic Monitoring Operator (PAMO) and Acoustic Technician. I have experience designing and delivering marine mammal surveys, analysing acoustic and environmental data, interpreting underwater noise assessments, and providing technical advice to support environmental compliance and sustainable marine development.


Relevant training

RYA Powerboat Level 2

RYA Day Skipper (tidal) practical

JNCC approved Marine Mammal Observer

PAM Operator

BOEM approved PSO (& PAM operator)

Relevant employment history

Since 2026 Senior Project Manager & Marine Environmental Consultant. SAMS Enterprise

2022-26 Senior Mammal Consultant. APEM Ltd

2022 Environmental Advisor, MMO/PAM. Freelance

2021-22 Field Manager / Junior Consultant. Ocean Science Consulting

2020-21 MMO / PAMO / ADDO / AT. Ocean Science Consulting

2019 Volunteer. Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust

2015 Cetacean Photo ID Intern. Massey University

 

Qualifications

2020 MSc Marine Mammal Science. University of St Andrews

2019 BSc (Hons) Marine Biology. University of Aberdeen, including an Erasmus Semester Abroad at the University of Norway UiT

2012 HNC Equine Studies. University of the Highlands and Islands