Principal Ecological Consultant
ADAS, part of RSK Group, is seeking Principal Ecologists to join our Midlands team based in Wolverhampton on a full‑time, permanent basis. This role will work together with our Associate Director to deliver high‑quality service to clients across the Midlands.
Responsibilities
* Work together with our Associate Director and ecologist to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients.
* Strengthen the team of ecologists in the Midlands with training, development, support and advice.
* Advise and help coordinate all aspects of ecology relating to the project.
* Manage projects from inception to finalisation.
* Talk to our clients and provide solid technical advice.
* Write technical reports including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Mitigation Strategies, Biodiversity Management Plans, Habitat Regulations Assessments, Screening reports and protected species reports.
* Provide technical review and approval of reports.
* Contribute to the wider ADAS environment teams, supporting and developing best practice in consultancy.
* Develop your own knowledge, skills and competencies through training opportunities and conferences offered to ADAS Environment ecologists.
* Foster client relationships through successful delivery of tenders and projects.
Required qualifications
* Graduate or 1st degree level discipline or vocation qualification.
* Associate Level CIEEM membership or above.
* In-depth knowledge of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, preferable with large projects.
* Excellent written communication skills and the ability to produce accurate technical reports.
* Proactive attitude to managing your own time, finding solutions, and ensuring work is delivered on time and to required standards.
* A full driving licence, access to your own vehicle and ability to commute to our office.
Desirable qualifications
* One protected species licence (Great Crested Newt, Hazel Dormouse or bats etc.).
* Experience of bat data analysis.
* A CSCS card.
* Personal Track Safety (PTS) qualification.
* Knowledge and experience of District Licensing for Great Crested Newts or having held or been named ecologist on mitigation licences.
Salary and benefits
* Competitive salary, depending on skills and experience.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Company-paid life assurance.
* Flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, a health cash plan and discounted gym membership.
* Regular training and career development.
* Access to mental health support and professional financial advice.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
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