Senior Ecologist

Overview

In this role you will contribute Ecological Impact Assessments across a range of developments, working within a multidisciplinary team to support planning and environmental management. You’ll engage on diverse projects from residential to infrastructure, helping deliver biodiversity benefits and long-term ecological planning. You will apply field expertise, contribute to conservation-focused outcomes, and advance your career in a supportive consultancy. This is a chance to shape ecological strategies on meaningful projects and gain broad experience.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary with structured progression
• flexible and hybrid working
• generous annual leave
• training, CPD and professional memberships
• paid overtime or time off in lieu for seasonal surveys
• supportive team and wellbeing focus

Responsibilities

• Undertaking Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs)
• Delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)
• Supporting Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and strategies
• Carrying out protected species surveys (e.g., bats, great crested newts, birds, reptiles)
• Conducting habitat surveys and condition assessments
• Assisting in the preparation of mitigation, enhancement, and long-term management plans

Key requirements

• A degree in Ecology or a related discipline
• Practical field survey experience and knowledge of UK wildlife legislation
• Strong report writing skills with attention to detail
• A full UK driving licence
• Proactive, organised approach and genuine enthusiasm for ecology

• proactive mindset
• attention to detail
• team collaboration
• field survey techniques
• Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA)
• Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA)

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