Principal Ecologist

Description

• Author or technically check project deliverables to ensure high quality outputs.
• Lead and support production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species licence applications.
• Support development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues.
• Support the continued development of our technical capabilities.
• Oversee plan, schedule and organise all phases of ecological project work, ensuring necessary resources, budgets and controls are in place to meet both programme and budget requirements.
• Lead and support delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients

Requirements

• Membership of an appropriate professional institution and working towards or obtained Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist status, and a holder of protected species survey and/or mitigation licences.
• Experience of reviewing technical work and supporting wider team members.
• Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject.
• Experience of leading and managing ecological surveys/licensing/impact assessment, as demonstrated by suitable professional experience.
• Experience in work-winning, managing projects, project budgets and leading stakeholder discussions.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance