Senior Ecologist: Lead Wildlife Surveys & Biodiversity

Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Salary sacrifice option to buy extra 5

Company pension with 4% employer contr

Life assurance 3x salary

Tech Pack scheme up to £1,000/year

Retail discounts and cashback

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our team of environmental specialists. You will lead and deliver ecological surveys, produce high-quality reports, and manage projects from proposal to delivery. Mentor colleagues and build client relationships across diverse projects.

Ideally you will have a relevant degree, strong UK ecology knowledge, and be comfortable guiding junior staff. A full UK driving licence is required, and CIEEM membership is advantageous.

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Membership of CIEEM (or working towards it) would be advantageous.
• Protected species licences are a bonus, but not essential.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering a wide range of ecological surveys and assessments.
• Producing high-quality reports including PEAs, EcIAs and protected species survey reports.
• Managing projects from initial proposal through to successful delivery.
• Providing trusted ecological advice to clients, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Designing practical mitigation, enhancement and biodiversity solutions.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Building strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Helping shape projects that leave a positive legacy for both people and nature.
• Proven experience working within ecological consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UK ecology, legislation and planning processes.
• Excellent report writing and project management skills.
• Confidence managing client relationships and project delivery.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Report writing

Project management

Client relationships

Mentoring

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Lucion Delta-Simons Ltd is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our team of environmental specialists. You will lead and deliver ecological surveys, produce high-quality reports, and manage projects from proposal to delivery. Mentor colleagues and build client relationships across diverse projects.

Ideally you will have a relevant degree, strong UK ecology knowledge, and be comfortable guiding junior staff. A full UK driving licence is required, and CIEEM membership is advantageous.