Senior Principal Ecologist — Lead Biodiversity & Mentorship

Stantec; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension

Job summary

Stantec in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Principal Ecologist to lead projects across Scotland within a growing ecology team. You will conduct surveys, design mitigation, obtain protected species licences, and contribute to multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior ecologists.

As a senior member, you will have autonomy, backing from an experienced team, and access to training and networking opportunities to advance your professional growth within a flexible, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead large ecological consulting projects across multiple sectors.
• Experience mentoring junior ecologists and developing junior staff.
• Autonomy to manage complex work with an experienced team.
• Strong communication with diverse stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects across Scotland within the ecology practice.
• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments and design mitigation measures.
• Apply for and obtain licences for protected species and habitats.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including planning, engineering and design.
• Mentor and develop junior ecologists to build capability.

Skills

Senior ecological expertise

Project leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

MSc/MPhil in Ecology

Job description

Stantec in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Principal Ecologist to lead projects across Scotland within a growing ecology team. You will conduct surveys, design mitigation, obtain protected species licences, and contribute to multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior ecologists.

As a senior member, you will have autonomy, backing from an experienced team, and access to training and networking opportunities to advance your professional growth within a flexible, hybrid work environment.