Senior Ecologist / Principal Ecologist
Location:
Working from home (various UK locations including England and Wales)
Salary / Benefits: £40,000 - £65,000 plus package dependant on experience plus amazing benefits package inclding 40 days holiday
Summary
Due to increased workload a leading Environmental consultancy are seeking to recruit a number of Senior Ecologists around the UK
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the extensive protected species survey requirements, drafting Ecological Impact Assessments and protected species licence applications.
Being an experienced Senior Ecologist at you'll have the chance to focus on the parts of your role you most enjoy.
Whether it's further training to broaden your skills, working more closely with your clients to build relationships, or having the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities, our environment is one of collaboration and support where the direction of your career is led by you.
Senior Ecologist Requirements
- A strong undergraduate degree in Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology, Environmental Science (with a strong ecology focus) or similar/equivalent
- Post-graduate experience preferably in a professional ecological consultancy role encompassing large rail/infrastructure projects
- Full Membership of CIEEM or equivalent with expertise in protected species surveys
- EPS Mitigation licence application experience and Protected species licence holder or working towards same (notable species: bats & dormice
- Excellent reporting writing skills with experience in drafting & critically reviewing ecological reports; including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments and Method Statements.
- Experience of working closely with regulatory authorities and various stakeholders.
- Valid driving licence.
- Hold at least one European protected species survey license (beneficial)
Senior Ecologist Responsibilities
- Undertaking a wide range of ecological design, surveys and reporting that is fully compliant with all relevant legislation, technical standards and guidance.
- Implement effective and innovative solutions to meet technical standards and project requirements.
- Prepare and check ecological requirements and manage the production of reports for issue to the client.
- Assist in the preparation of expressions of interest and tenders, including cost estimates with a focus on best value for clients.
- Liaise with clients, maintaining and developing strong relationships, and ensure their requirements are effectively communicated to the team.
- Respond to queries from and liaise with third parties as required.
- Advise on procedural and technical requirements as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and company policy.
- Project administration reporting to Line Management including monitoring programme delivery, resources and budgets.
- Ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System and assist in its operation and development.
- Supporting the Technical Director of Ecology and Lead Ecologist, and local E&S Regional Manager.
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