Principal Ecologist

My client – a global Environmental Consultancy are looking for Senior and Principal Ecologists to join their team based in the Greater Manchester Area.

The Role:

• Provide technical guidance, organising, and carrying out ecological surveys, such as protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys.
• Preparing bids for various projects, as well as surveys of protected species, flora, and environment.
• Contribute to various ecological deliverables such as: EIAs (Ecological Impact Assessments), EMPs (Preliminary Ecological Appraisals), EMPs (Ecological Management Plans), Reports on Protected Species, European Protected Species licence applications, and HRAs (Habitats Regulations Assessments).
• Project management and client relations.
• Supplying guidance and instruction to the larger environmental team.

The successful applicant will have:

• A membership in the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management and an acceptable academic degree in a related field (full membership can be attained through mentorship).
• License(s) for protected species or other specialised knowledge relevant to ecological consulting.
• Experience conducting protected species surveys, extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys, and fee quotations and tender creation.
• Knowledge of entering data into technical ecological reports Authoring chapters on biodiversity and ecological impact assessments to be included in environmental statements.
• It is preferred if you have experience managing medium- to large-scale initiatives and projects.
• The capacity to collaborate with ecologists and other environmental experts in a team.
• Understanding of pertinent laws pertaining to wildlife and ecological survey techniques.
• A desire to enhance your fundamental expertise in project management, ecology, and consulting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the leading Environmental Consultancies, please get in touch for more information!