Responsibilities
* Lead the planning and delivery of ecological inputs for both internal and external clients.
* Produce and technically review ecological assessments including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Protected Species Baseline Reports, Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain calculations.
* Provide technical leadership to support delivery of proportionate and pragmatic solutions.
* Project manage the ecological input into large schemes.
* Lead consultation and engagement with clients, key project stakeholders, planning authorities, statutory bodies and the public.
* Play a key role in the continued development of technical capabilities and encourage embedding of innovation/research.
* Lead the production of bids and tenders for ecological services.
* Mentor and support junior staff and peers.
Qualifications
* Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject.
* Membership of an appropriate professional institution and working towards or obtained Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist status.
* Excellent knowledge of relevant biodiversity legislation and policy, and reporting skills.
* Experience leading and managing biodiversity assessments (major planning applications and DCO submissions) as demonstrated by suitable professional experience.
* Experience in managing projects, project budgets and leading stakeholder discussions, and bidding/tendering.
* Experience of reviewing/verifying technical work and supporting wider team members.
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