Principal Ecologist: Lead Ecological Strategy & Delivery (Hybrid)

Essex County Council; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological services across the Place Services portfolio. The role demands senior technical leadership, governance of ecological assessments, and close collaboration with planning teams to shape sustainable development outcomes.

The post involves hybrid working, mobility across the operational area, driving requirement, and a track record of delivering complex ecological projects in a local authority or public sector context.

Qualifications

• Advanced ecological knowledge with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Full Membership of CIEEM or equivalent accreditation.
• Experience delivering ecological assessments (PEAR, HRA, EcIA).

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex development management consultations.
• Deliver high-quality ecological assessments and surveys.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate stakeholders.

Education

Full Membership of CIEEM

Tools

GIS

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological services across the Place Services portfolio. The role demands senior technical leadership, governance of ecological assessments, and close collaboration with planning teams to shape sustainable development outcomes.

The post involves hybrid working, mobility across the operational area, driving requirement, and a track record of delivering complex ecological projects in a local authority or public sector context.