Principal Ecologist Lead Complex Projects Cardiff (Hybrid)

Energy Jobline CVL; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Career progression

Supportive team

Involvement in large projects

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL in Cardiff is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead complex ecological projects from surveys through to delivery. You will review technical reports, provide strategic direction, manage project teams, and maintain strong client relationships.

The role offers a flexible, hybrid working pattern, with clear progression opportunities within a growing environmental consultancy and a collaborative team culture across infrastructure, energy, and development sectors.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in ecology projects.
• Proven project management and client-facing skills.
• Strong technical expertise across UK ecology and protected species.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex ecological projects from surveys through delivery.
• Review and approve technical reports (PEAs, EcIAs, BNG).
• Mentor junior and senior staff and manage project teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client-facing

UK ecology

Job description

Energy Jobline CVL in Cardiff is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead complex ecological projects from surveys through to delivery. You will review technical reports, provide strategic direction, manage project teams, and maintain strong client relationships.

The role offers a flexible, hybrid working pattern, with clear progression opportunities within a growing environmental consultancy and a collaborative team culture across infrastructure, energy, and development sectors.