Principal Ecologist | Hybrid Work, Lead Biodiversity

Catering; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

Pension

Generous leave

Job summary

A leading UK environmental consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their established team. You will lead ecological inputs on projects from concept to delivery and mentor junior ecologists.

Applicants should have significant ecology consultancy experience, strong knowledge of UK/EU wildlife legislation, and a track record of managing complex projects. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in ecological consultancy or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of UK and EU wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Proven experience managing ecological aspects of complex projects.
• Expertise in one or more specialist areas (e.g. bats, great crested newts, ornithology, botany).
• Full member of CIEEM (or eligible).
• Project management and client-facing experience.
• Protected species licences (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering ecological inputs on a range of projects from concept to completion.
• Designing and overseeing ecological surveys and assessments (including EIA and HRA).
• Providing technical review and quality assurance of reports.
• Managing client relationships and contributing to business development.
• Supporting the development and mentoring of junior ecologists.
• Ensuring work is delivered in line with current legislation, best practice, and client expectations.

Skills

Ecology

Project management

Client-facing

Education

CIEEM membership (or eligible)

Job description

A leading UK environmental consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their established team. You will lead ecological inputs on projects from concept to delivery and mentor junior ecologists.

Applicants should have significant ecology consultancy experience, strong knowledge of UK/EU wildlife legislation, and a track record of managing complex projects. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.