Principal Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in ecological consulting is seeking an experienced ecology expert to lead and mentor their team. The ideal candidate will have significant consultancy experience, strong project management skills, and a deep understanding of UK and EU environmental regulations. This role involves guiding the team, managing client relationships, and contributing to business growth.

Qualifications

• Several years of field experience in ecological consulting.
• Experience managing ecology teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and mentor team members.
• Lead hiring and performance evaluations.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Ecological Consulting

Project Management

Team Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Chartered Ecologist

Job description

Job Description

My client are seeking seasoned ecology experts with significant consulting backgrounds to lead technically and mentor their talented team. You'll need a strong history in consultancy, including bringing in business, managing clients and projects, and deep technical knowledge. Working with our directors, you'll be key in growing our ecology services and maintaining our high standards.

We're looking for someone to motivate the team and reinforce our core values: honesty, top-notch technical work, and efficiency.

Ideally you will have:

• Lots of experience in ecological consulting. We need someone who has several years field experience.
• Ideally, you're a Chartered Ecologist with full CIEEM membership. Being a certified expert is a big plus.
• You've managed ecology teams before. This means guiding and giving feedback, helping people grow professionally, and making sure everyone's safe and well.
• You're a pro at project management. You know how to keep things on track and within budget.
• You've written bids and are focused on growing our business locally. We want someone who can help us win new work and expand our team and services in the area.
• You really know your stuff when it comes to UK and EU environmental laws and planning rules. You understand the regulations inside and out.
• You're good at reviewing technical reports and helping the team improve. You can offer clear, helpful feedback to boost their skills.
• You've created and checked high-quality technical reports. You know what good work looks like.
• You have a strong, current understanding of things like Biodiversity Net Gain, impact assessments, survey methods, and the DEFRA calculators. You're up-to-date on the latest in biodiversity.

The Role:

• You'll team up with others to give solid, useful technical advice. Collaboration is key.
• You'll take the lead in hiring, evaluating performance, and recommending deserving team members for raises and promotions. You'll spot talent and help it advance.
• You'll be the go-to person for clear communication and expert advice for clients, stakeholders, and environmental authorities. You'll build strong relationships.
• You gather information and give helpful feedback to help everyone improve. Your insights will be valuable.
• You'll bridge the gap between leadership and the team, helping set our direction and reinforcing our company values. You'll be a key link.
• You'll actively support the team's growth, well-being, and ability to bounce back through strong leadership. You'll be a supportive manager.
• You'll champion the team's professional growth, working with senior staff to track progress and meet industry standards. You'll invest in their development.
• You'll build connections across different fields and promote the wider services of our company, working together to find the best solutions. You'll be a team player.
• You'll help us find, bid for, and win new projects, working closely with directors and operations. You'll contribute to our success.
• You're a fantastic communicator who can handle disagreements and find solutions quickly and effectively, whether dealing with clients, the team, the public, or other stakeholders. You'll be a skilled negotiator and problem-solver.