Job Description
Bennett & Game are proud to be representing an award-winning multi-disciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy, previously recognised as one of the UK's Top 100 Companies to Work For. With offices across the country, including a strong presence in Leeds, they deliver innovative and sustainable solutions across infrastructure, development, and environmental sectors. Due to sustained growth within their environmental division, they are now seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their Leeds office and take a leading role across a diverse portfolio of ecology projects within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
Senior Ecologist Job Overview
1. Lead and deliver ecological surveys including Phase 1 habitat assessments, protected species surveys, and complex site evaluations
2. Produce high-quality ecological reports such as Ecological Impact Assessments, mitigation strategies, biodiversity net gain assessments, and technical guidance for planning
3. Provide senior-level ecological input into multidisciplinary design teams, working closely with arboriculturists, landscape architects, planners, and engineers
4. Develop mitigation and compensation strategies for protected species and habitats, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice
5. Oversee ecological elements during construction phases, including contractor briefings, monitoring, and c...