Senior Ecologist - Brum

CleanTech Talent; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week on full pay

Hybrid working model

Job summary

CleanTech Talent is looking for a Senior Ecologist in Birmingham to lead ecological projects across planning and infrastructure. You’ll manage client relationships, deliver EIA/APE work, and guide a growing ecology team, with hybrid working and a 4‑day week.

You will apply your UK ecological policy knowledge, supervise surveys, and mentor junior staff while contributing to business development and maintaining high technical standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, biological sciences, or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of UK ecological legislation and planning policy.
• Excellent survey skills including UK Habitat Classification and specialist surveys.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Project management and client liaison.
• Delivery of Preliminary Ecology Appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments.
• Habitats Regulations Assessments.
• Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Protected species surveys, reporting and licensing support.
• Design of mitigation and enhancement strategies.
• Scoping, planning and leading ecological surveys.
• Mentoring and supporting consultants and assistants.
• Contributing to business development and securing new work.

Skills

Survey skills

Client liaison

Policy knowledge

Project budgeting

Education

Ecology degree

Job description

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid working)
Salary: £38,000 – £47,000 + 4-day working week (full pay)

An established environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its growing ecology team in Birmingham. This is an opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high-quality ecological work across planning, infrastructure and nature recovery projects, within a collaborative and people-focused environment.

The organisation is known for its progressive approach, strong technical standards and commitment to sustainable working practices. Senior ecologists are trusted to lead, influence and apply professional judgement, rather than simply deliver to process.

The Role

You will take a key role in leading ecological projects, managing client relationships and supporting the development of the wider ecology team. The position offers a varied workload and the opportunity to work closely with other environmental disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

Project management and client liaison

Delivery of Preliminary Ecology Appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments

Habitats Regulations Assessments

Biodiversity Net Gain assessments

Protected species surveys, reporting and licensing support

Design of mitigation and enhancement strategies

Scoping, planning and leading ecological surveys

Mentoring and supporting consultants and assistants

Contributing to business development and securing new work

About You

Degree (or higher) in ecology, biological sciences or a related discipline

Strong understanding of UK ecological legislation and planning policy

• Excellent survey skills, including UK Habitat Classification and specialist species surveys


• Experience liaising with clients, statutory bodies and local planning authorities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to manage projects, budgets and deadlines

A collaborative, values-led approach to working

Full UK driving licence

Whats on Offer

4-day working week on full pay

• Hybrid working model (typically 2 days per week in the office, including site days)


• Supportive, low-ego working culture with real autonomy at senior level


• Progression to Principal level