Senior Ecologist: Lead Biodiversity & Habitat Solutions

STANTEC; Bristol; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks experienced Senior/Principal Ecologists to join our Ecology team across the UK, delivering biodiversity outcomes and Biodiversity Net Gain for high-profile projects.

Ideal locations include Reading or Bristol, with options in Warrington and Edinburgh; flexibility for other UK offices for the right candidate. Lead mitigation, provide ecological advice, and oversee field surveys with a network of ecologists.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Conservation, Earth Sciences or related environmental discipline.
• Full membership of CIEEM or working towards full membership.
• Strong working knowledge of UK ecology, legislation and the UK planning system.
• Proven experience within a professional ecological consultancy, with complex projects through planning or delivery.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically in solving ecological challenges.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in compiling fee proposals and managing project budgets.
• Familiarity with UK Hab classification and the Defra Biodiversity Net Gain Metrics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and oversee ecological mitigation and biodiversity benefits for developments.
• Manage delivery of ecological fieldwork surveys through a network of ecologists.
• Provide trusted, evidence-based ecological advice to colleagues and clients.
• Consult with external stakeholders and contribute to licensing processes.

Skills

Communication

Creative thinking

UK ecology & planning

Ecology consultancy

Budgeting & proposals

Stakeholder engagement

Licences & reporting

Education

Ecology or related degree

CIEEM membership or in progress

Job description

Stantec seeks experienced Senior/Principal Ecologists to join our Ecology team across the UK, delivering biodiversity outcomes and Biodiversity Net Gain for high-profile projects.

Ideal locations include Reading or Bristol, with options in Warrington and Edinburgh; flexibility for other UK offices for the right candidate. Lead mitigation, provide ecological advice, and oversee field surveys with a network of ecologists.