Principal Ecologist in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy based in Manchester is seeking a Principal Ecologist to manage diverse ecological projects. The successful candidate will offer mentorship to junior staff and be well-versed in UK wildlife legislation. Generous holiday and benefits, along with flexible working options, are part of the attractive package.

Benefits

Fantastic training and development scheme

Generous holiday allowance and benefits scheme

Flexible and hybrid working policies

Qualifications

• Experience in a consultancy environment.
• Proven skills in technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of ecological projects.
• Mentor and manage junior ecologists.
• Write technical reports including EcIAs and ES Chapters.

Skills

Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation

Report writing

Job description

Principal Ecologist

Manchester £40,000-£55,000

I am pleased to announce that we are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join a well-established environmental consultancy in Manchester! The team have been working on a range of projects and specialise in Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture and Ecology.

Benefits include;

* Fantastic training and development scheme.

* Generous holiday allowance and benefits scheme.

* Flexible and hybrid working policies.

The role involves;

* Leading a varied portfolio of interesting ecological projects.

* Mentoring and managing ecologists.

* Report writing including EcIAs, ES Chapters and HRAs.

Requirements include;

* Experience of working within a consultancy environment.

* Excellent knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and policy.

* Proven experience of writing technical reports and ESPM licence documents.