Principal Ecologist

Melbury Search; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus scheme

Family private medical insurance

Salary sacrifice company Pension

A paid annual professional membership

Job summary

Melbury Search is seeking a lead Ecologist to manage project delivery, technical quality and day-to-day ecology team operations within a growing planning, landscape and environment practice in the UK.

You will oversee habitat and species surveys, assess biodiversity mitigation, and work with planners and ecologists to deliver high-quality services to clients across housing, commercial and other developments.

Qualifications

• Membership of CIEEM or chartered status is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ecological legislation and licensing requirements.
• Proven track record leading diverse ecological surveys and providing technical advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological services projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Supervise and mentor junior ecologists.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director to grow the business.

Skills

CIEEM Membership

Ecological legislation knowledge

Leading ecological surveys

Technical report writing

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Ecology

Job description

Lead role for an experienced Ecologist managing project delivery, technical quality and day-to-day ecology team operations at a growing planning, landscape and environment practice.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career within a friendly, established business, providing clients with the full range of ecological services including habitat and species surveys, assessment and advice on biodiversity mitigation.

Projects span housing, employment and commercial uses as well as other forms of development, including the built heritage and natural environment, minerals and waste.

The in-house teams of experienced planners, landscape architects and ecologists work collaboratively to ensure clients receive the highest quality service and advice.

Your role will include:

• Project lead for Ecological Services;
• Supervising and supporting less experienced members of the Ecology team;
• Working with the Managing Director in the growth of the business.

Can you tick the following boxes?

• CIEEM Membership (Chartered ideal);
• Detailed knowledge of ecological legislation and licensing;
• Demonstrable expertise either as a generalist or within a specialist topic area;
• Strong record of leading a range of ecological surveys and providing technical advice;
• Experience of producing a range of reports and providing sound ecological advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Being professional, trustworthy and acting with integrity;
• Committed to promoting the highest standards of practice;
• Team leadership qualities. Experience as a team leader in an ecology-related job role would be advantageous
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

Your benefits will include:

• A competitive salary
• Company Bonus scheme
• Family private medical insurance
• Salary sacrifice company Pension
• A paid annual professional membership subscription