Senior Ecologist

sweco; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK seeks a Senior Ecologist to manage projects, conduct ecological surveys, and write technical reports. The role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression. Candidates should have a degree in Ecology or a related discipline and experience in ecological project management. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in nature recovery and biodiversity initiatives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing ecology projects from inception to construction.
• Understanding of UK legislation and best practices for ecological surveys.
• Experience conducting preliminary ecological appraisals (PEA).
• Proficient in ecological report writing.
• CIEEM membership and protected species survey licence are desirable.
• ECoW experience is a plus.
• Current driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage small projects liaising with project managers and clients.
• Conduct desk studies and ecological appraisals.
• Analyse and present ecological data.
• Write technical reports including ecological appraisals and impact assessments.
• Serve as an Ecological Clerk of Works on construction projects.

Skills

Project management

Ecological data analysis

Report writing

Field survey techniques

Flexibility in work hours

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

Job description

Job Description

Do you have what it takes to transform society?

We are looking for a Senior Ecologist who is enthusiastic, curious and looking for that next challenge. This role can be worked flexibly with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office / on site and the option of adjusted start and finish times.

We have an amazing opportunity to join our growing team in the UK whilst being a key part of driving our strategies with regards to Nature Recovery, biodiversity net gain and Natural Capital. This is an exciting time to join Sweco and if you want to be part of a company who is small in all the best ways but large enough to provide a diverse and exciting workload, this job is for you.

What does the role involve?

As a Senior Ecologist you’ll have the opportunity to conduct both site surveys and office work as well as leading projects and deliver technical writing.

Role responsibilities may include:

• Managing small projects including liaison with project managers and clients on the delivery of ecological requirements within multi-disciplinary tenders and projects.
• Undertake desk studies and site based preliminary ecological appraisals, including detailed habitat surveys to accurately describe and map habitats and assess their potential to support notable / protected species.
• Undertake analysis, evaluation, interpretation and presentation of ecological data.
• Technical report writing including production of preliminary ecological appraisal reports, ecological impact assessments, and protected species licence applications.
• Performing the role of an Ecological Clerk of Works on construction projects.

In return you’ll get to work on key projects, and we’ll provide the support and development you need as you work towards gaining licences to work with different protected species. We understand work life balance is important and will make sure you get time back in lieu for additional hours spent surveying during the season.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Experience of managing small ecology projects from inception through to construction.
• Thorough understanding of UK survey methodology following relevant legislation, guidelines and best practice.
• Experience conducting preliminary ecological appraisals (PEA), protected species surveys and / or habitat surveys.
• Report writing experience including PEA reports, Ecological Impact Assessments and protected species licences.
• Have a degree in Ecology, Environmental or Earth Sciences or a related discipline.
• CIEEM membership (desirable).
• Protected species survey licence (desirable).
• ECoW experience.
• Current and full driving licence and willing to travel to site.
• An adaptable and flexible approach to work as ecology roles typically involve occasional longer and / or unsociable hours and a degree of working away from home.

If you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.

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