Ecologist / Senior Ecologist

Stantec; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An international environmental consultancy in Brighton is seeking a qualified ecology professional to handle complex ecological projects. The ideal candidate must have a BSc in ecology, experience in consultancy, and a deep knowledge of wildlife legislation. Responsibilities include conducting ecological assessments, managing projects, and engaging clients. A driving license and a willingness to travel are essential. Strong communication and leadership skills are a must. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the field of ecology.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc degree in ecology or a similar environmental discipline.
• Experience in consultancy or similar environments.
• Deep understanding of UK and EU wildlife legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed ecological assessments such as PEAs and HRAs.
• Manage projects, budgets, and client relationships.
• Familiarity with UKHab classification and Defra Metric is essential.

Skills

Experience in consultancy

Project management

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

BSc in ecology or similar environmental discipline

Job description

About You

You will hold a minimum BSc degree in ecology or a similar environmental discipline. You will have experience working in a consultancy or similar environment and a deep understanding of UK and EU wildlife legislation and policy.

Your skills lie in conducting detailed assessments such as PEAs, ECIAs, and ecological chapters and contributing to HRAs. Familiarity with UKHab classification and the Defra Metric is essential.

You will possess a protected species survey license for at least one species (e.g., great crested newt, bats) and have experience with protected species licensing. You will also be experienced in managing projects, budgets, and client relationships.

Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills are essential. We encourage you to apply if you're ready to take on complex ecological projects and make a significant impact.

A full UK driving license and a willingness to travel are required.

Ideally, you'll also have :

• Membership of CIEEM, IEMA or similar.
• Proven experience in line management.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.