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A leading global environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior/Principal Ecologist in Cardiff. This role includes managing ecological projects, producing technical reports, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in ecological consultancy and relevant qualifications, including CIEEM membership and a Protected Species license.
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Following its recent acquisition by SLR, Wardell Armstrong now forms part of a leading global environmental and sustainability consultancy working on projects across the world from over 100 offices. The Ecology team is highly successful, and as part of our ongoing plans, we wish to recruit an experienced Senior/Principal Ecologist to join our dynamic team in Cardiff. The ideal candidate will have between 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience in an ecologically focused role, preferably in ecological consultancy.
Overview of team / business area.
You will be joining a supportive team based in Cardiff, with the option of hybrid/flexible working. The joining of SLR and Wardell Armstrong brings together a team of approximately 200 ecologists distributed across the UK and Ireland. Our experienced consultants provide expert advice on ecological and environmental issues affecting a broad range of habitats and protected species. Licensed members of our team can deal with great crested newts, bats, badgers, dormice, and reptiles. We’re proud of our strong working relationships with Natural England, the Wildlife Trust, Natural Resources Wales, and Scottish Natural Heritage.
The ecology team works alongside several other environmental professionals within the firm, including planners, archaeologists, arboriculturists, landscape architects, and engineers.
The role
Project work will be varied, with a strong focus on renewable energy, infrastructure, residential schemes, and other commercial development projects. Projects will primarily be within Wales and the South West, with occasional work further afield within the UK.
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