Consultant / Senior Ecologist

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

Job summary

A consultancy based in the UK is looking for Ecologists and Ornithologists to join their growing team. Successful candidates will be responsible for managing junior staff and overseeing various ecological projects while liaising with clients and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options, appealing to professionals who are keen to further their careers in ecology.

Benefits

Hybrid / remote working opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in ecological project management and assessments required.
• Experience with renewable wind projects preferred.
• CIEEM membership and clean driving licence advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage junior ecologists and oversee project management.
• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments.
• Provide client advice and ensure compliance with legislation.

Skills

Project Management

Ecological Assessments

Mentoring

Client Management

Education

Relevant Degree

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06.06.2025

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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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