Senior Ecologist: Lead Biodiversity & Planning Projects

Ground Control; Torquay; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Private GP service

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Holiday buy scheme

Job summary

Ground Control is seeking a proficient ecologist to lead diverse ecological projects in the Devon region. You will manage projects from enquiry through delivery, provide expert ecological advice and build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders.

The role requires a degree in ecology or related field, at least three years’ consultancy experience, and a protected species licence. You’ll work with a supportive team on biodiversity and habitat projects, including surveys and reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• 3+ years' ecological consultancy or relevant field experience.
• Membership of CIEEM (Associate level or above).
• At least one protected species licence and experience leading or supporting licensed surveys.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Experience with UKHab surveys, protected species surveys and technical reporting.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Driver's licence (full UK).

Responsibilities

• Manage ecological projects from enquiry to delivery with high-quality technical advice.
• Deliver UKHab and protected species surveys and associated reports.
• Analyse ecological data and develop mitigation, enhancement and compensation measures.
• Coordinate survey programmes, timescales, resources and delivery.
• Prepare fee proposals, quotations and tender submissions.
• Serve as a main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor Assistant Ecologists and support team development.
• Promote best practice and high technical standards on projects.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

GIS

Report writing

Education

Ecology, Environmental Science or related degree

Tools

GIS

Job description

Ground Control is seeking a proficient ecologist to lead diverse ecological projects in the Devon region. You will manage projects from enquiry through delivery, provide expert ecological advice and build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders.

The role requires a degree in ecology or related field, at least three years’ consultancy experience, and a protected species licence. You’ll work with a supportive team on biodiversity and habitat projects, including surveys and reporting.