Consultant Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental consultancy is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team. This role involves conducting ecological appraisals, managing projects, and providing technical advice to clients. The firm is committed to professional growth and offers considerable CPD opportunities, support for chartership, and a collaborative work environment. If you are passionate about the environment and possess strong consultancy and communication skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in various sectors including residential and commercial projects. Join a team that values innovation and employee satisfaction!

Benefits

Competitive Salary DOE

CPD Opportunities

Support towards Chartership

TOIL Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Health Insurance

Company Socials

Qualifications

• Experience in consultancy with a focus on report writing and project management.
• Thorough knowledge of wildlife legislation and planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological appraisals, impact assessments, and manage projects.
• Liaise with clients and statutory bodies while preparing reports.

Skills

Consultancy Experience

Communication Skills

Wildlife Legislation Knowledge

Survey Skills

BNG Metrics Experience

CIEEM Membership

Attention to Detail

Client-Focused Approach

Teamwork Skills

Flexible Working Approach

Full Driving License

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

QGIS

Job description

Job Description

Your new company My client is a team of dedicated environmental experts. They pride themselves on their commitment to professional growth, environmental innovation, and employee satisfaction. They believe their strength lies in their team, and they're always looking for enthusiastic individuals who share their passion for the environment. They are a Landscape Architecture and Ecological consultancy firm that work in a variety of sectors including minerals, residential and commercial.

Your new role

• Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (habitat surveys and condition assessments).
• Biodiversity Impact Assessments.
• Protected and priority species surveys.
• Preparing quotations and tenders.
• Ecological Impact Assessments and further detailed assessments.
• Project management and organisation.
• Carrying out desk studies, consultations, research, data management and analysis, and report writing.
• Liaising with clients and statutory bodies.

What you'll need to succeed

• Good consultancy experience (not just ECoW but writing reports and project management)
• Excellent communication skills including report writing and client liaison
• Thorough knowledge of wildlife legislation and the planning system leading to confidence in providing technical advice to clients.
• Full range of survey skills including habitat surveys and protected species surveys
• Experience using the BNG metrics
• Be a member of CIEEM
• Attention to detail and the ability to deliver contracts on time and to budget
• A client-focused approach where the commercial element of each project can be understood and appreciated
• The ability to work in a team or for longer periods of time alone
• Flexible approach to working hours to accommodate seasonality and survey time constraints.
• Full driving license
• QGIS skills

Desirable skills and experience

• A bat licence (Class 1 or 2)
• A full membership with CIEEM
• Experience of writing ES chapters and or HRA's
• Experience of writing EPSL applications, preferably held in your name

What you'll get in return

• Competitive Salary DOE - Circa £28k - £35k
• Considerable CPD opportunities and mentoring
• Support towards chartership and professional memberships
• TOIL scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Health insurance
• Company socials

What you need to do now
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