Senior Ornithologist & Ecology Lead

Adler & Allan; Mold; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos, part of the Adler & Allan Group, is seeking a Senior Ornithologist to join our Ecology team. You will lead ornithological surveys, deliver high-quality reports and provide specialist advice to clients, regulators and internal teams.

The role blends technical leadership with project management, mentoring junior ecologists, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Membership of CIEEM or progress towards it is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in ornithological surveying and ecological consultancy.
• Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Experience managing ecological projects and client relationships.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, planning and delivery of ornithological and ecological surveys.
• Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, including baseline assessments, EcIA, mitigation strategies and compliance docs.
• Provide specialist ornithological expertise and act as a technical resource across the business.
• Deliver site-based support including Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) services when required.
• Manage medium to large-scale ecological projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate clients, stakeholders and subcontractors to deliver on time and within budget.
• Monitor risk and ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.
• Mentor and coach junior ecologists and line-manage up to three staff.
• Support business development and contribute to technical articles and industry events.

Skills

Ornithological surveying

Ecological consultancy

Project management

Report writing

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior staff

Job description

Atmos, part of the Adler & Allan Group, is seeking a Senior Ornithologist to join our Ecology team. You will lead ornithological surveys, deliver high-quality reports and provide specialist advice to clients, regulators and internal teams.

The role blends technical leadership with project management, mentoring junior ecologists, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Membership of CIEEM or progress towards it is welcomed.