Principal Ecological Consultant

RSK Group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Ecologist to manage ecological projects and deliver high-quality service to clients. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in ecology and report writing, and must hold a degree qualification and be a member of CIEEM. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory Pension Scheme

Company Paid Life Assurance

Flexible benefits programme

Qualifications

• Graduate or equivalent qualification required.
• In-depth knowledge of ecology and survey techniques essential.
• A full driving license and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to finalisation.
• Write technical reports including ecological assessments.
• Provide technical advice to clients.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of ecology

Excellent written communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Graduate or 1st Degree level discipline

Associate Level CIEEM membership or above

Job description

This role will work together with our Associate Director to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients in the Midlands areas.

As a Principal Ecologist at ADAS you can expect to get involved with management and delivery of all elements of protected species/field surveys, assessment, tender and report writing and project management. If you want to work as part of a friendly, flexible and committed team and you can bring us your individual talent and a pro‑active, can‑do attitude then apply today and let's get started!

Responsibilities

• Working together with our Associate Director and our ecologist to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients
• Strengthening the team of ecologists in the Midlands with training, development, support and advice.
• Advising and helping coordinate all aspects of ecology relating to the project.
• Managing projects from inception to finalisation
• Talking to our clients and providing solid technical advice.
• Write technical reports including but not limited to, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Mitigation Strategies and Biodiversity Management Plans, Habitat Regulations Assessments Screening reports and protected species reports.
• Technical review and approval of reports.
• Contributing to the wider ADAS Environment teams, particularly to support and develop best practice in consultancy.
• Developing your own knowledge, skills and competencies through training opportunities and conferences offered to ADAS Environment ecologists.
• Fostering client relationships through successful delivery of tenders and projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate or 1st Degree level discipline or vocation qualification.
• Associate Level CIEEM membership or above.
• In‑depth knowledge of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, preferable with large projects.
• Excellent written communication skills and be able to produce accurate technical reports.
• A proactive attitude to managing your own time, finding solutions and ensuring that work is delivered on time and to the required standards.
• A full driving licence, access to your own vehicle and be commutable to our office.

Desirable (but not required)

• One protected species licence (Great Crested Newt, Hazel Dormouse or bats etc.).
• Experience of bat data analysis.
• A CSCS card
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) Qualified
• Knowledge and experience of District Licensing for Great Crested Newts or been a holder of or named ecologist on mitigation licences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on skills, experience.
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Company Paid Life Assurance
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.
• Regular training and career development.
• Access to mental health support and professional financial advice.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.