Principal Ecologist — Lead Ecological Projects (Hybrid)

AECOM; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm in Scotland is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead and support ecological consultancy services. You will work on exciting projects, driving ecological initiatives to ensure beneficial outcomes for nature. Candidates should have a degree in ecology and relevant professional memberships, along with significant experience in ecological surveys and project management. The firm offers a flexible hybrid working model and numerous benefits for career growth.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Technical practice networks

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution and working towards or obtained Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist status.
• Experience of leading ecological surveys and impact assessment.
• Experience in managing projects and stakeholder discussions.
• Experience of reviewing technical work.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of ecological consultancy and advisory services.
• Organize all phases of ecological project work.
• Support development of solutions to complex ecological issues.
• Produce ecology chapters for environmental statements.
• Check project deliverables for quality assurance.

Skills

Ecological consultancy

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical report writing

Education

Degree in ecology or an associated subject

Membership of a professional institution

Job description

A leading infrastructure consulting firm in Scotland is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead and support ecological consultancy services. You will work on exciting projects, driving ecological initiatives to ensure beneficial outcomes for nature. Candidates should have a degree in ecology and relevant professional memberships, along with significant experience in ecological surveys and project management. The firm offers a flexible hybrid working model and numerous benefits for career growth.