Senior Ecologist

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their dynamic team in Manchester. In this pivotal role, you will lead ecological surveys, deliver high-quality reports, and support the development of junior staff. The position offers the flexibility of working from home while engaging in diverse projects that contribute to ecology and biodiversity. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to health and safety, this role is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the environmental sector. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values diverse experiences and encourages innovation.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extra annual leave for long service

Health Shield private healthcare

Life insurance (3x salary)

Paid professional subscriptions

5% employer pension contribution

Drive Electric car scheme

Long-service rewards

Staff discounts via Wider Wallet

Pool and hire cars for business use

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Ecology or similar field.
• Proven expertise in complex site surveys and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological surveys and manage on-site teams.
• Deliver technical reports and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Ecology

UKHab/PEA surveys

Protected species surveys

GIS or mapping tools

Data handling and analysis

Client communication

Time and budget management

Education

BSc in Ecology or related field

MSc in Ecology or related field

Associate CIEEM membership

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Recruiting for a Senior Ecologist to join a multi-disciplined Environmental Consultancy. The Ecologist will have several years of experience and be degree qualified in Ecology (or similar).

About the Role

Based in the city office in Manchester or Cambridge with the flexibility to work from home 1-2 days per week, you'll lead ecological surveys, deliver high-quality reports, and support team development. We value diverse experience and understand that the perfect candidate may not meet every requirement. If you bring at least 80% of what we're looking for—and have transferable or relevant skills—we'd love to hear from you.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will play a central role in delivering ecological consultancy services across diverse projects. Your responsibilities include leading fieldwork activities, managing small on-site teams, planning and resourcing surveys for various habitats, conducting protected species surveys, and delivering technical reports such as EIAs and habitat assessments. You'll also mentor junior staff, maintain client relationships, contribute to business development through fee proposals and tenders, and ensure health and safety compliance.

We are looking for someone with:

• A BSc in Ecology or a related field (MSc preferred)
• Associate CIEEM membership, working toward Full
• Proven expertise in UKHab/PEA surveys, including complex sites
• Proficiency in protected species surveys (e.g., GCN, Dormouse, Bat), with relevant licences
• Solid understanding of UK and EU environmental legislation and planning policy
• Competence in GIS or similar mapping tools
• Strong data handling, analysis, and interpretation skills
• Confident communication with clients and effective time/budget management
• Experience across sectors such as rail, energy, and industrial developments is highly desirable

Benefits include:

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy up to 5 more and take 5 unpaid)
• Extra day annual leave for every 3 years of service
• Health Shield private healthcare
• Life insurance (3x salary)
• Paid professional subscriptions (up to £750/year)
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Drive Electric car scheme
• Long-service rewards
• Access to staff discounts via Wider Wallet
• Pool and hire cars for business use

Ready to make a difference in ecology and biodiversity? Contact E3 Recruitment for further details. #e3r #e3jobs #e3recruitment #ecology