Associate Ecologist (Hybrid, Manchester)

Celnor Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension plan

Membership paid

Cycle scheme

Eyecare

Staff events

Training & development

Equipment & tools

Job summary

Urban Green, part of the Celnor Group in Manchester, is seeking an Associate Ecologist to lead ecological projects, mentor staff, and support business growth. The role combines client-facing responsibilities with technical delivery in a supportive, collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate has MCIEEM, substantial consultancy experience, and a strong grasp of UK wildlife policy. A driving licence and proactive collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or related discipline
• MCIEEM membership or eligibility
• Experience delivering ecological projects in consultancy
• UK driving licence
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of ecological projects from client liaison through to completion.
• Mentor and manage Ecologists, adopting an inspiring approach.
• Contribute to business development, client relationships, and fee proposals.
• Maintain quality, health & safety standards in delivery.
• Ensure efficient and profitable project delivery.
• Work with internal teams and stakeholders across the business.
• Line manage Assistant to Senior Ecologists.
• Prepare Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA).
• Provide Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) support on complex projects.

Skills

Ecology field experience

MCIEEM member

UK wildlife legislation knowledge

Project delivery experience

Full UK driving licence

Education

Degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline

Job description

Urban Green, part of the Celnor Group in Manchester, is seeking an Associate Ecologist to lead ecological projects, mentor staff, and support business growth. The role combines client-facing responsibilities with technical delivery in a supportive, collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate has MCIEEM, substantial consultancy experience, and a strong grasp of UK wildlife policy. A driving licence and proactive collaboration are essential for success.