Senior Ecologist
Location: Tetbury (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 DOE
Our client is a well-established and highly regarded environmental consultancy with a strong pipeline of projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their team and play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological services.
What’s in it for you!
* £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid working with a Tetbury head office base
* Supportive, collaborative working environment
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* Varied and interesting project portfolio
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled ecologist to take ownership of projects from inception through to completion. You will be responsible for managing workloads, producing high-quality technical reports, and supporting junior team members, while also maintaining close communication with clients and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading and delivering a range of ecological surveys and assessments
* Producing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, BNG assessments and protected species reports
* Managing projects, budgets and timelines
* Undertaking and supervising fieldwork
* Liaising with clients, planners and stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior ecologists
About You
* At least 5 years’ experience working as an ecologist within consultancy or a similar environment
* Strong report writing skills with experience producing a wide range of ecological deliverables
* Confident undertaking and managing fieldwork and surveys
* Proven project management experience
* Good working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
* Membership of CIEEM (or working towards) is desirable
Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
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