Description
Ethos Environmental Planning Ltd is part of the Celnor Group a network of specialist environmental, testing, inspection, and risk-management businesses committed to protecting people, places, and the planet. Being part of Celnor provides access to shared tools, development pathways, and group-wide opportunities, while retaining the expertise and identity that makes Ethos a trusted ecological consultancy.
Ethos is an environmental planning consultancy based in the world heritage city of Bath and working across the UK. We are a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing decision-making in relation to planning with a focus on ecology, green space, and biodiversity net gain.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to lead ecological assessments, manage projects, and support the delivery of high-quality ecological advice across a wide range of development and conservation projects. The role will be based at our Bath office.
Key Responsibilities
Surveys & Fieldwork
* Lead UK Habitat surveys and condition assessments
* Lead protected species surveys (e.g., great crested newts, bats, reptiles, dormouse, birds)
* Deliver ecological supervision including watching briefs, toolbox talks, and Ecological Clerk of Works duties
Ecological Assessment
* GIS mapping of habitats and ecological features
* Conduct Biodiversity Net Gain assessments using DEFRA Metric and other similar metrics (including BREEAM, Habitat Regulations)
* Prepare survey reports, Environmental Statement chapters, licence applications, management plans, mitigation strategies, and other documents
* Analyse and interpret ecological data in detail
* Assess development impacts and develop mitigation recommendations and monitoring schemes
* Apply current ecological policy, legislation, and guidance
* Undertake quality assurance of reports
Project Management
* Manage a range of projects, including more complex survey programmes
* Lead communication with clients and stakeholders
* Attend project meetings and provide ecological advice
* Consult with statutory and non-statutory consultees
* Prepare quotes, invoices, and manage project budgets
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Minimum 4 years’ experience as an ecologist (including experience undertaking most of the aforementioned tasks)
* Relevant degree or equivalent experience
* Associate membership of CIEEM (or equivalent)
* Strong fieldwork and species ID skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to lead and work collaboratively within teams
* Enthusiasm and initiative for learning
* Ability to manage your own time and workload independently
* Hold a UK driving licence
Why join us?
* Lead projects and practice in a senior, influential role
* Work as part of a growing and respected consultancy
* Access to group-wide learning programmes, career development, and networks
* Contribute to projects that make a real environmental impact
· 25 days leave (pro rata)
· Ethos offers a discretionary 9-day fortnight where staff receive every other Friday off
· Staff support/mentoring
· Flexible working hours are available, including working at home, to be agreed with the Managing Director;
TOIL and overtime
· We will provide a minimum of 4 days formal training per year (minimum 2 days external);
· Work related expenses paid, including mileage at 0.45p;
· Statutory Sick Pay and Maternity leave will apply in line with the most recent government guidance;
· A contributory pension scheme is available to employees where up to 4% of salary can be paid in by employees which is matched as a salary addition by the employer.
As a part of Celnor Group, we offer solutions to technical and environmental challenges for customers across a range of industries and regulatory environments. Celnor invests in the growth, development, and training of all its colleagues and was founded by TICC industry expert, Simon Parrington.