Senior Ecologist & Team Lead - Renewables Projects

Avian Ecology Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Professional memberships like CIEEM

Job summary

Avian Ecology Ltd is seeking a Senior or Principal Ecologist to lead projects and deliver detailed ecological assessments across the UK, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy schemes, especially wind projects.

You will liaise with clients, regulators and stakeholders, and supervise junior ecologists while coordinating sub-consultants. The role supports hybrid working and professional development within a growing consultancy.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology or related field required.
• CIEEM membership is preferred.
• Full, clean driving license required.
• Experience leading ecological projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and prepare detailed ecological reports.
• Conduct ecological assessments for wind and conventional developments.
• Coordinate with clients, planning authorities and regulators.
• Supervise junior ecologists and coordinate sub-consultants.

Skills

Project management

Ecological assessments

Report writing

Mentoring juniors

Client liaison

Renewable wind projects

Independent / team work

Education

Relevant degree

CIEEM membership preferred

Full clean driving license

Job description

Avian Ecology Ltd is seeking a Senior or Principal Ecologist to lead projects and deliver detailed ecological assessments across the UK, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy schemes, especially wind projects.

You will liaise with clients, regulators and stakeholders, and supervise junior ecologists while coordinating sub-consultants. The role supports hybrid working and professional development within a growing consultancy.