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Dalcour Maclaren

Principal Ecologist

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Dalcour Maclaren
Providing land and property solutions for infrastructure, energy, and utilities projects.
Principal Ecologist in a multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy, working on various infrastructure and utility projects across the UK.
21d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Environmental Services
Land and Property Management
Sector Specialisms
Water
Digital Infrastructure
Power
Transport & Infrastructure
Utilities
Land and Planning
Environmental
Wastewater
Role
What you would be doing
client communication
team development
financial management
survey design
mitigation management
project leadership
  • Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, and lead negotiations with Natural England, County Ecologists, Local Authority planning officers, and stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development of the team through providing in-house training and support to junior team members (line management experience desirable for Principal/ Associate roles)
  • Prepare fee proposals, tender applications, and manage project finances
  • Design, procure and manage a range of protected species surveys and mitigation through in-house ecologists and our sub-consultant network
  • Lead and manage complex ecological projects as part of a diverse portfolio of projects
What you bring
ecological mitigation
expertise
cieem membership
eia expertise
licences
ecology degree
  • Be comfortable working independently and as part of a small team looking to expand across the UK. Some level of overnight accommodation may be required.
  • Be able to design and implement ecological mitigation project, and habitat creation/ enhancement for BNG
  • Complete ecological fieldwork to a level agreed based on role/experience – botanical, bat and ornithological survey expertise highly desirable
  • Author a range of typical ecology reports (PEA/EcIA/EIA/HRA/BNG/LEMPs/CEMPs) – EIA/HRA expertise and peer review reports highly desirable for Principal/ Associate roles
  • Have, or be eligible, for CIEEM membership
  • Hold protected species survey licences (great crested newts and bats highly desirable)
  • Hold a BSc and/or MSc degree in Ecology or closely related subject
  • Be proficient in BNG assessments, and able to interpret and evaluate the Biodiversity Metric to deliver pragmatic solutions to our clients (experience in securing off-site BNG solutions highly desirable)
  • Have sound knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation
  • Hold a full UK driving licence, insured for business purposes, and be willing to travel for client meetings and site surveys
  • Be competent in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessments (FISC level 4 highly desirable but not essential)
  • Sabbatical Policy effective at 3 years’ service
Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider Mental Health & Wellbeing support
  • Life insurance (4x Base Salary)
  • Vitality Health Membership (including Private healthcare, subsidised gym membership and other discounts)
  • 2 x Company-wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the year
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 years’ service
  • Professional development – paid study leave
  • 26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave
  • Military service paid leave (7.5 days per year)
  • 2 Weeks paid Paternity Leave
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Free on-site parking in non-city centre offices
  • BHN Extras – provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailers
  • Pension Scheme via The Peoples Pension
  • 25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthday
  • Flexible working through our ‘Flexible Advantage’ supporting working families & your work/life balance
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
2001
Year Founded
The company has been active in the land and property services industry for over two decades.
  • Quickly became a key player in land and property services.
  • Specializing in supporting infrastructure, energy, and utility projects across the UK.
  • Core focus on innovative solutions in land access, project management, and property services.
  • Manages projects in energy, transport, utilities, and water sectors with a diverse team.
  • Oversees large-scale energy and infrastructure developments, ensuring smooth land acquisition and project execution.
  • Worked with major clients in the renewable energy sector, helping to build wind farms and solar plants.
  • Reputation for effective project delivery from conception to completion.
  • Strong presence in the utilities sector, facilitating key projects like water management and transmission line installations.
Culture + Values
  • Driven by a passion to deliver high-quality work on time, every time.
  • Aim to provide a great working environment where people can thrive and develop their careers.
  • Committed to collaboration, integrity, and always putting clients first.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Take pride in the ability to work as a team and maintain strong relationships.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Aiming to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • Actively reducing carbon footprint by investing in energy-efficient solutions.
  • Enhancing sustainability through resource-efficient operations and promoting renewable energy use.
  • Adopted an environmental management system aligned with ISO 14001.
  • Regular audits are conducted to assess and improve the sustainability of their operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Strives to create a culture of inclusivity where all individuals are valued and respected.
  • Has a gender-balanced workforce, with a focus on encouraging female leadership.
  • Ensures opportunities for career progression are accessible to everyone, irrespective of gender or background.
  • Conducts regular reviews of diversity metrics to monitor and improve inclusive practices.
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