Lead Ecologist/Senior Ecologist - Hybrid

Job Description

Lead Ecologist/Senior Ecologist – Hybrid working

£30,000-£55,000 (DOE) + Benefits including additional training, company bonus and vehicle access. Established a decade ago, our client specializes in projects across South-East England, delivering expert ecological solutions. To continue delivering key projects in the region, they are looking for an experienced Lead Ecologist/Senior Ecologist with strong project management skills, including confidence in client liaison, quote and tender production, and budget management.

Key Duties

1. Overseeing regional ecological projects from inception to completion.
2. Organising and conducting ecological surveys, with 1-2 days on-site and 2 days remote working.
3. Producing reports on protected species licenses, legislation, planning policy, ecological conditions, and site recommendations.
4. Managing ecological projects, planning processes, and leading teams (once established).
5. Developing bio-plans and sustainable development projects.
6. Working towards chartered status to advance in the ecology field.

Minimum Requirements

1. Hold a Degree, and/or Masters in an ecology related discipline.
2. Have a track record working on projects from inception through to completion acting as a mentor to junior staff.
3. Be confident liaising with clients face to face offering expert guidance.
4. Be chartered or be keen to work towards this level.
5. Hold a full driving license.

In return, the Lead Ecologist/Senior Ecologist will receive additional training, an exciting career path to enhance their reputation in the market, and a flexible working environment with opportunities for remote working to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

For more information, please email Nick Lewis with an up-to-date version of your CV.

Keywords: Ecological Impact Assessment (EIA), Environmental Consultancy, Habitat Restoration, Sustainability, Protected Species Surveys, Ecological Surveys, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Ecological Mitigation, Botanical ID, Habitat ID, Invasive Species, Wetland Ecology, Woodland Management, Ecological Compliance.

Commutable Locations: Winchester, Southampton, Portsmouth, Basingstoke, Reading, Newbury, Chichester, Salisbury, Guildford, Hampshire, Berkshire.