Senior Ecologist: Biodiversity Lead & Mentor

Stantec; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Income protection & life assurance

Gym membership

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to join a growing Ecology Team. You will work with our Principal Ecologist on a portfolio spanning utilities and infrastructure, delivering surveys, assessments and licensing duties while mentoring junior ecologists.

You will have a UK driving licence and be willing to travel, with hybrid working and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in Ecology or related environmental discipline.
• Solid consultancy experience on ecology projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK and EU wildlife legislation and policy.
• Ability to prepare PEAs, ECIAs, ecological chapters, HRAs and use UKHab/Biodiversity Metric.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and assessments across diverse projects.
• Design and implement mitigation and enhancement measures.
• Apply for and obtain protected species licences.
• Mentor junior ecologists and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Consultancy experience

Client relationships

Mentoring junior staff

Communication skills

Education

BSc in Ecology or related environmental discipline

Job description

Stantec is seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to join a growing Ecology Team. You will work with our Principal Ecologist on a portfolio spanning utilities and infrastructure, delivering surveys, assessments and licensing duties while mentoring junior ecologists.

You will have a UK driving licence and be willing to travel, with hybrid working and ongoing professional development opportunities.