At Hilson Moran, we believe in creating places that give more than they take for people, for nature, and for the planet. As a certified B Corp and a leader in sustainable design and environmental consultancy, we deliver integrated, science-led solutions that support biodiversity, climate resilience, and community wellbeing.
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
We are seeking an experienced Associate Director in Ecology based in London, Bristol or Manchester to join our growing Infrastructure & Environment team. This senior leadership role will involve strategic oversight of ecological services, client engagement, and team development across a diverse portfolio of projects.
You will work closely with engineersand environmental scientists to deliver ecological insight and champion biodiversity net gain and nature-based solutions as core components of sustainable placemaking.
You will joina rapidly growing inter-disciplinary teamthatwill allow the successful candidate to enhance their business development, projectmanagementand technical skills with significant opportunities for career growth.Werecommitted to your growth, providing support and mentoring throughout your journey.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead and manage ecological inputs across the project lifecycle from early-stage surveys to mitigation strategies and post-construction monitoring.
Provide strategic direction for ecology services, ensuring alignment with our Net Positive Places approach.
Mentor and develop the ecology team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
Engage with clients and stakeholders, contributing to proposals, tenders, and thought leadership.
Champion innovation in biodiversity, habitat creation, and ecological best practice.
Ensure compliance with UK legislation, planning requirements, and industry standards.
Work withcolleaguesform the engineering, environmental and environmental infrastructure disciplines within Hilson Moranworking closely with wider Group companies includingTyrensand AKTII.
Background & Qualifications: Bachelors / Masters degree in ecology or a related field.
Degree in Ecology or related discipline; membership of CIEEM desirable.
Extensive experience in transport planning, preferably with a focus on the built environment and development sector within a consultancy role.
Valid driving licence.
Proven experience in UK habitats and protected species, with relevant survey and/or mitigation licences (e.g., bats).
Analysis and visualisation such as GIS.
Bachelors degree in Ecology, or a related field.
Skills: Strong track record in Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) and Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA).
Deep understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain legislation and metrics.
Skilled in designing pragmatic, cost-effective mitigation strategies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
Benefits: Enhanced annual leave entitlement of 25 days per annum, plus public holidays. Your annual leave entitlement will increase based on length of service with us up to 28 days plus public holidays.
Enhanced company pension contribution.
Annual budget to spend on personal wellbeing activities.
Access to our healthcare scheme.
Access to confidential wellbeing support services via our Employee Assistance Programme.
Paid volunteering days to support causes important to you.
Fun company events including our annual winter party and our full company summer social.
Season ticket loans.
Cycle to work scheme.
Options for unpaid leave and career breaks.
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