Senior Ecologist: Biodiversity Net Gain Lead

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists in Manchester seeks a Senior Ecologist to lead diverse ecology projects with a focus on Biodiversity Net Gain. You will drive project delivery, advise clients, and mentor junior staff while growing the ecology team.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years' consultancy experience, CIEEM membership, and strong knowledge of UK wildlife and planning requirements. Role involves travel and managing client relationships within an established consultancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' consultancy ecology experience and full CIEEM membership.
• Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning requirements.
• Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain and mitigation planning.
• Proven project management, budgets and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage ecological projects from scoping through to delivery.
• Provide specialist Biodiversity Net Gain advice and metrics.
• Develop habitat creation/management proposals and monitoring plans.
• Prepare technical ecological reports and planning documents.
• Mentor junior team members and support business growth.

Skills

5+ years ecology consultancy

CIEEM membership

BNG expertise

UK wildlife legislation

Client management

Education

NVQ Level 2

Scottish NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

GIS

Job description

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists in Manchester seeks a Senior Ecologist to lead diverse ecology projects with a focus on Biodiversity Net Gain. You will drive project delivery, advise clients, and mentor junior staff while growing the ecology team.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years' consultancy experience, CIEEM membership, and strong knowledge of UK wildlife and planning requirements. Role involves travel and managing client relationships within an established consultancy.