<div><p><b>Contract Type:</b></p><p>Permanent</p><p><b>Hours:</b></p><p>Full time</p><p><b>Disability Confident:</b></p><p>No</p><p><b>Closing Date:</b></p><p>20/06/2026</p><h3>About this job</h3><p>Your new company A well-established and highly regarded environmental consultancy is seeking to appoint a Senior or Principal Ornithologist to support continued growth within its ecology team.</p><p>With a strong pipeline of projects across sectors including renewable energy, infrastructure, and development, this organisation is known for delivering high-quality, pragmatic environmental solutions to a diverse client base.</p><p>Your new role: You will play a key role in delivering ornithological consultancy services across a broad range of projects.</p><p>Depending on your level of experience, you will take responsibility for project leadership, technical delivery, and client engagement.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ornithologist looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include: Designing and delivering a range of ornithological surveys, including vista point, breeding, and wintering bird surveys; Analysing survey data and producing high-quality technical reports; Leading ornithological input into EcIAs, EIAs, and HRAs; Managing projects, including budgets, timelines and client communication; Providing technical guidance and mentoring junior team members; Supporting business development activities, including tender preparation.</p><p>What youll need to succeed: A degree in ecology or a related discipline; Extensive experience in UK ornithological survey work and reporting; Strong knowledge of bird legislation, policy, and guidance; Proven ability to manage projects (Senior level) or lead projects and teams (Principal level); Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Full UK driving licence.</p><p>Desirable: Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIEEM); Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or renewable energy projects; Protected species survey licences; GIS experience.</p><p>What youll get in return: Competitive salary of £35,000 - £50,000 (DOE); Flexible and hybrid working arrangements; Generous holiday allowance; Pension scheme; Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities; A collaborative and supportive working environment.</p></div>