Senior Ecologist: Lead Biodiversity Strategy & Mentorship

Stantec; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Gym membership

Job summary

Stantec in the United Kingdom is seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to join a growing, ambitious Ecology Team. You will work across a varied portfolio, conduct surveys, design mitigation, and contribute to licensing processes while collaborating with planning, engineering and design colleagues.

With autonomy to shape your approach and a path for professional growth, you will mentor juniors and engage with training and networking opportunities, including travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Ecology or related environmental discipline.
• Solid consultancy experience with UK/EU wildlife legislation.
• Protected species survey licence for at least one species (e.g., bats or great crested newts).

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and assessments across varied projects.
• Design and implement mitigation and enhancement measures.
• Prepare and obtain protected species licences and contribute to multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior ecologists and manage project elements.

Skills

BSc in Ecology

Field survey experience

UK wildlife legislation knowledge

Communication and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ecology

Tools

Defra Biodiversity Metric

UKHab classification

Protected species licensing

Job description

Stantec in the United Kingdom is seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to join a growing, ambitious Ecology Team. You will work across a varied portfolio, conduct surveys, design mitigation, and contribute to licensing processes while collaborating with planning, engineering and design colleagues.

With autonomy to shape your approach and a path for professional growth, you will mentor juniors and engage with training and networking opportunities, including travel across the UK.