Senior Ecologist - Biodiversity Projects & Partnerships

Stantec Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their team. The ideal candidate will support partnerships, collaborate across disciplines, manage projects, and ensure compliance with UK wildlife legislation. Candidates should hold a BSc in ecology, have experience in consultancy, and possess a protected species survey license. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to impact biodiversity and work with passionate professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in a consultancy or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of UK and EU wildlife legislation and policy.
• Experience conducting detailed assessments such as PEAs and ECIAs.
• Familiarity with UKHab classification and Defra Metric.
• Protected species survey license for at least one species.
• Experience in managing projects, budgets, and client relationships.
• Membership of CIEEM, IEMA or similar is ideal.
• Proven experience in line management.

Responsibilities

• Support partnerships with various water utilities and pursue new opportunities.
• Collaborate with planning, engineering, and design teams for ecological projects.
• Assist in building and leading a team of professionals.
• Manage projects, budgets, and client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with UK and EU wildlife legislation.
• Contribute to ecological assessments.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Education

BSc degree in ecology or a similar environmental discipline

Job description

A leading ecological consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their team. The ideal candidate will support partnerships, collaborate across disciplines, manage projects, and ensure compliance with UK wildlife legislation. Candidates should hold a BSc in ecology, have experience in consultancy, and possess a protected species survey license. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to impact biodiversity and work with passionate professionals.