Senior Ecologist
Winchester, Hampshire | Hybrid Working | Full Time
An established multidisciplinary property and environmental consultancy in Winchester is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join its growing environmental team. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy delivering ecology input across a broad range of residential, commercial, rural, and infrastructure projects throughout the South of England. The consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused and environmentally responsible advice across the property and land development sector. The wider team includes professionals across planning, design, surveying, and environmental disciplines, creating a highly collaborative working environment.
Benefits;
Competitive salary depending on experience
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
Paid professional memberships and CPD support
Company pension scheme
Clear pathway for career progression
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Opportunity to work across a varied project portfolio
Paid training and protected development time
Employee wellbeing support initiatives
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering ecological consultancy services across a wide range of projects. Responsibilities will include managing ecological surveys, producing technical reports, supporting planning applications, and mentoring junior team members.
The role offers a balance of fieldwork, project management, client liaison, and technical delivery, with opportunities to contribute to business growth and team development.
Key Responsibilities;
Managing and delivering ecological projects from inception through to completion
Undertaking and overseeing protected species and habitat surveys
Preparing high-quality technical reports including PEAs, EcIAs, BNG assessments, and mitigation strategies
Providing ecological advice to clients, planners, and project teams
Supporting project management, budgeting, and programme delivery
Mentoring junior ecologists and assisting with team development
Maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities
Requirements;
Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline
Significant consultancy experience within the UK ecology sector
Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
Experience managing projects and coordinating survey programmes
Protected species survey licences desirable
CIEEM membership preferred
Excellent report writing and communication skills
Full UK driving licence
This position would suit an ambitious ecologist seeking greater responsibility, varied project exposure, and long-term career progression within a growing consultancy.
Interested in this opportunity? Please contact Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment for more information