Principal Consultant/ Associate Director (Ecology & Biodiversity)
I'm currently working with a forward-thinking environmental consultancy that's looking to strengthen its Ecology & Biodiversity team with the addition of a Principal Consultant or Associate Director. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ecologist who’s ready to take on a strategic leadership role while continuing to make a real-world impact on projects across Scotland.
This organisation takes pride in delivering pragmatic, client-focused advice that balances commercial priorities with meaningful benefits to biodiversity. If you’re looking for a role where your leadership and technical skills will be truly valued, this could be the right fit.
Location: Flexible, with the ability to attend the Grangemouth office at least once a week.
Qualifications:
* A BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or a related field
* Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM)
Essential Experience & Skills:
* Proven experience in line management or leading technical teams
* Confident reviewing tenders, fee proposals, and technical reports
* Strong client communication skills – particularly explaining complex ecological issues in plain language
* A sound understanding of the Scottish planning system
* Experience managing budgets and contributing to project success
* Ability to build client relationships through reliability and delivery
* A natural mentor who enjoys supporting junior team members
Desirable (but not essential):
* Holders of protected species licences (e.g., bats, badger, otter, great crested newt, Schedule 1 birds)
* Ornithological survey and mitigation experience
* Experience liaising with statutory stakeholders (e.g., NatureScot, SEPA, local planning authorities)
* A creative mindset for solving ecological challenges
What’s on offer:
Alongside a competitive salary package based on experience, this role comes with attractive benefits including:
* Professional membership subscriptions covered
* Bespoke training and CPD opportunities
* 33 days holiday (including public holidays) with buy/sell options
* Wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
* Volunteer day allowance
* Flexible parental leave options
* Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
* Employee referral incentives
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Consulting, Customer Service, and Management
* Environmental Services, Surveying and Mapping
#J-18808-Ljbffr