Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist

Location: Tetbury (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded environmental consultancy with a strong pipeline of projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their team and play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological services.

What's in it for you!

£35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working with a Tetbury head office base

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Varied and interesting project portfolio

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled ecologist to take ownership of projects from inception through to completion. You will be responsible for managing workloads, producing high-quality technical reports, and supporting junior team members, while also maintaining close communication with clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Leading and delivering a range of ecological surveys and assessments

Producing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, BNG assessments and protected species reports

Managing projects, budgets and timelines

Undertaking and supervising fieldwork

Liaising with clients, planners and stakeholders

Supporting and mentoring junior ecologists

About You

At least 5 years' experience working as an ecologist within consultancy or a similar environment

Strong report writing skills with experience producing a wide range of ecological deliverables

Confident undertaking and managing fieldwork and surveys

Proven project management experience

Good working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy

Membership of CIEEM (or working towards) is desirable

Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed