Senior Ecologist
Core
Senior ecological consultant leading technical delivery, team mentorship, and commercial growth for infrastructure and development projects in the UK.
Role type
Senior IC ecologist (technical delivery & team leadership)
Builds
Ecological surveys, impact assessments, mitigation strategies, and compliance monitoring for housing, infrastructure, and renewables projects.
Domain
Environmental consulting / Infrastructure development
Required skills
Ecological surveying, protected species management, UK wildlife legislation expertise, team leadership, budget management, report writing, client engagement, risk management, strategic planning
Preferred skills
Ecological Clerk of Works experience, Biodiversity Net Gain assessment, UKHab habitat classification, professional network in ecology sector
Technologies
EIA, HRA, BNG, UKHab
Responsibilities
Lead ecological surveys and assessments; oversee ecological input into infrastructure projects; prepare technical reports (EIAs, HRAs, BNG); monitor construction compliance; lead and mentor ecology teams; support work-winning activities (tenders, proposals); manage project budgets and resource forecasts.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership