Senior Ecologist | Autonomy, Mentoring & Hybrid Working

Stantec Inc.; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Stantec Inc. in the United Kingdom is seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to work with our Principal Ecologist on a varied portfolio across sectors and water utility partnerships.

You will conduct ecological surveys, design mitigation measures, and contribute to planning and licensing processes, with mentoring responsibilities for more junior team members and opportunities for professional growth. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required, and the role offers hybrid

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in Ecology or related environmental discipline.
• Solid consultancy experience with understanding of UK and EU wildlife legislation.
• Protected species licence for at least one species (e.g., great crested newts or bats) and licensing experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and assessments across projects.
• Design and implement mitigation and enhancement measures.
• Prepare PEAs, ECIs and ecological chapters and contribute to HRAs.
• Mentor junior ecologists and support project management and client relationships.

Education

BSc in Ecology or related environmental discipline

Job description

Stantec Inc. in the United Kingdom is seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to work with our Principal Ecologist on a varied portfolio across sectors and water utility partnerships.

You will conduct ecological surveys, design mitigation measures, and contribute to planning and licensing processes, with mentoring responsibilities for more junior team members and opportunities for professional growth. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required, and the role offers hybrid