Senior Ecological Lead: Field & Project Management

EBR Ever Better Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced ecologist to lead ecological field investigations and reporting. You will supervise others and leverage your network for business development and marketing activities.

Role requires 5+ years with BioBanking Accreditation, strong botanical ID skills, and excellent communication. You will manage projects, engage with clients, and ensure high-quality ecological outputs across assessments and plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years with BioBanking Accreditation and proven botanical ID skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Degree-qualified ecologist with demonstrated project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Perform ecological assessments, natural resource management and environmental impact studies.
• Provide ecological management advice considering vegetation, surface water and groundwater impacts.
• Oversee construction activities with on-site ecological inspections and guidance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Manage and deliver projects on schedule, within budget and quality standards.
• Bid for and win new work.

Skills

BioBanking Accreditation

Botanical identification

Excellent communication

Decisive project management

Education

Degree qualified ecologist

Job description

Environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced ecologist to lead ecological field investigations and reporting. You will supervise others and leverage your network for business development and marketing activities.

Role requires 5+ years with BioBanking Accreditation, strong botanical ID skills, and excellent communication. You will manage projects, engage with clients, and ensure high-quality ecological outputs across assessments and plans.