Principal Ecologist - Lead Projects & Mentorship (Hybrid)

Bennett and Game; Eccles; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Ecologist to manage projects and mentor junior team members. The role involves conducting habitat surveys, overseeing compliance, and delivering reports. Candidates should have a degree in ecology with at least 3-5 years of consultancy experience. The position offers a salary of £45,000 to £50,000, flexible working arrangements, and various employee benefits, including professional subscriptions and a pension scheme.

Benefits

24 days holiday, rising to 30 with long service

Hybrid working arrangements

5% employer pension contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eyecare scheme

1 volunteering day per year

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' consultancy experience required.
• Full Member of CIEEM is essential.
• Experience preparing EPSL documents and BNG assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple ecology projects from inception to final delivery.
• Conduct site-based habitat and protected species surveys.
• Mentor and support junior ecologists.

Skills

Project management skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Understanding of UK wildlife legislation

Education

Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related subject

Tools

GIS capability

Technical report writing

Job description

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Ecologist to manage projects and mentor junior team members. The role involves conducting habitat surveys, overseeing compliance, and delivering reports. Candidates should have a degree in ecology with at least 3-5 years of consultancy experience. The position offers a salary of £45,000 to £50,000, flexible working arrangements, and various employee benefits, including professional subscriptions and a pension scheme.