Principal Ecologist and Team Lead

Access Talent Group; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Access have partnered with a multi national, multi disciplinary consultancy who are expanding their ecology team based in Falkirk, Scotland. After continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, our client is searching for a Principal Ecologist and Team Lead who is motivated, ambitious and looking to further their career by gaining valuable experience within infrastructure, industrial and commercial industries. Our client has established themselves as a trusted multi-disciplinary consultancy in the global market and plans continued growth in the coming years, with workload and projects increasing in recent years.

Our client expects the successful applicant to provide a leading role in the day-to-day operation and management of the team. With the consultancies growing number of projects, our client is seeking Principal Ecologist to plan, resource, implement and manage ecological surveys and assessments as well as prepare fee proposals and manage budgets. The successful applicant should also be able to liaise with other Discipline Principals and associates as necessary to manage multi-disciplinary projects within the business.

The perfect candidate must have:

• 10 or more years experience, preferably in an environmental consultancy with a proven record of managing project teams.
• Experience in protected species license applications.
• Be a full or Chartered member of a relevant professional institution e.g. CIEEM.
• The right to live and work in the UK.
• A degree in Ecology or related subject.

This is a great opportunity to join an established consultancy with an amazing culture and mission. Apply or send me a CV to find out more!

The role will involve managing ecological surveys, liaising with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, and delivering high-quality consultancy services. The successful candidate will be responsible for project management, communication with clients, and helping to grow the team.

Salary: Competitive Sector: Ecology and Environmental Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: UK Wide