Principal Terrestrial Ecologist | Lead East of England Projects

Dev; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colten Care is seeking a Principal Terrestrial Ecologist to lead all terrestrial work in the East of England and to help grow client relationships and the ecology team. You will shape our approach and have autonomy to influence project direction for infrastructure and development work.

You will work on projects including utilities, housing and wind farm developments, with emphasis on protected species and regulatory compliance. APEM Group’s climate of innovation supports continued growth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK/European policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with EcIA, EIA and HRA processes.
• Experience with protected species licensing; botanical habitat survey is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead terrestrial work in the East of England for infrastructure and development projects.
• Develop and grow client relationships and the ecology team.
• Deliver terrestrial ecology projects such as otters, bats, badgers, birds and other protected species.
• Provide expert input on EcIA, EIA and HRA processes and adapt to real-world environments.

Skills

EcIA

EIA

HRA

Protected species licensing

Botanical survey

Education

CIEEM member (or eligible)

Job description

Colten Care is seeking a Principal Terrestrial Ecologist to lead all terrestrial work in the East of England and to help grow client relationships and the ecology team. You will shape our approach and have autonomy to influence project direction for infrastructure and development work.

You will work on projects including utilities, housing and wind farm developments, with emphasis on protected species and regulatory compliance. APEM Group’s climate of innovation supports continued growth.