Consultant / Senior Ecologist

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Chelmsford is seeking a Consultant/Senior Ecologist to manage projects and mentor junior staff. The role involves conducting ecological surveys, advising clients, and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation. This position offers hybrid/remote working opportunities with a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Hybrid / remote working opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing ecological assessments.
• Candidates should hold a relevant degree and preferably be a CIEEM member.
• Previous consultancy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and manage junior ecologists.
• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments.
• Manage and deliver ecological projects.

Skills

Project management

Ecological assessments

Team management

Technical report writing

Client advising

Education

Relevant degree

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company
Our client is a medium-sized consultancy who currently work on a wide range of projects with multiple public and private sector clients.
They are looking for a wide range of Ecologists and Ornithologists to join their team of skilled professionals in response to their continued growth across the UK.
Your new role

• Mentor and manage junior ecologists.
• Client & project management.
• Undertake ecological surveys and assessments, including UKHab and protected species surveys, ecological impact assessments etc.
• Provide ecological advice and support to clients and across internal teams.
• Manage and deliver ecological projects, including the production of technical reports and ecological management plans.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice guidelines.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong experience in desk-based project management, reporting, and ecological assessments.
• Experience working on renewable wind projects.
• Experience of mentoring junior staff and managing small teams.
• A clear understanding of relevant UK-wide environmental/ecological policy and legislation.
• Demonstrable ability to produce clear, succinct, and robust technical reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, and Technical Appendices.
• Experience of advising clients on the ecological requirements of their projects and consulting with regulators and stakeholders.
• A flexible, diligent, and proactive person who is motivated to work independently or as part of a team to consistently high standards.
• Previous consultancy experience is required.
• Candidates will have a relevant degree and preferably be a CIEEM member, along with a full clean driving licence.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid / remote working opportunities
• A competitive annual salary of £26,000 - £40,000 (DOE)

What you need to do now
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