Senior/Principal Ecologist — Lead Multidisciplinary Projects

Cura Terrae; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cura Terrae is seeking a Senior/Principal Ecologist to join our Land and Nature division. You will lead multidisciplinary projects, provide expert input, and support junior ecologists while upholding high standards and client satisfaction.

You will apply knowledge of UK habitats and species, deliver habitat and protected species assessments, write QA‑driven reports, and contribute to business development as the team grows.

Qualifications

• You’ll have knowledge of best practice standards and legislative drivers that apply to UK habitats and species.
• You’ll have experience in assessments for habitats and protected species as well as report writing and Quality Assurance.
• It would be advantageous to hold protected species survey and/or mitigation licences.
• You’ll manage complex projects and often engage in business development activities with existing or new clients, seeking opportunities and communicating with the wider team.
• You’ll have an undergraduate degree and preferably a post-graduate qualification in a relevant subject, demonstrate the ability to work proactively and flexible in support of changing workloads.
• As an Ecologist we will empower you to develop your skills further and take on more responsibility to undertake surveys and reports.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project work and support more junior members with insight and expertise.
• Lead habitat and protected species assessments and write QA-driven reports.
• Manage complex projects and engage in business development with clients.
• Mentor colleagues and share knowledge to support team growth.
• Develop skills and take on increased responsibility within Cura Terrae.
• Provide value to clients with practical, nature-based solutions.

Skills

Ecologist

Project management

Report writing

Mentoring junior staff

Business development

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree

Post-graduate qualification

Job description

Cura Terrae is seeking a Senior/Principal Ecologist to join our Land and Nature division. You will lead multidisciplinary projects, provide expert input, and support junior ecologists while upholding high standards and client satisfaction.

You will apply knowledge of UK habitats and species, deliver habitat and protected species assessments, write QA‑driven reports, and contribute to business development as the team grows.