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Principal Ecologist A dynamic and forward-thinking ecological consultancy is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join its expanding team. This role would suit a motivated Senior Ecologist ready to step up, or an experienced Principal Ecologist seeking to broaden their project exposure and play a strategic role in shaping a thriving, fast-growing consultancy. About the Role This is a key leadership position within a collaborative and agile team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to guide and develop junior colleagues, uphold quality standards, and contribute to the future direction of the business. Due to the project-based nature of ecological consultancy, some travel and occasional overnight stays will be required. However, work-life balance is prioritised, with caps in place for time spent away or working unsocial hours. Projects are primarily located across the Midlands, South, and Home Counties, though work may take place throughout the UK. Key Responsibilities • Lead and deliver a variety of ecological projects, • Provide technical oversight and review of ecological reports, • Mentor and line-manage junior team members, • Contribute to the design and implementation of mitigation strategies, • Build and maintain client relationships, • Ensure high standards of service delivery and compliance Essential Skills & Experience • Strong passion for ecology and the natural environment, • Demonstrable experience in team leadership or mentoring, • Survey licence for one or more protected species (e.g. bats, great crested newts) or specialism in a relevant taxonomic group, • Proficiency in habitat surveys (Phase 1/NVC/UK Habitats) and/or protected species work, • Experience designing mitigation and reviewing technical documentation, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, • Full or Chartered Member of CIEEM (or eligible), • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable Skills • Business development or sales experience (or willingness to learn), • Knowledge of EcIA, BREEAM, or biodiversity net gain, • Advanced skills in a specific ecological area (e.g. bats, botany, newts), • Experience with QGIS or ArcGIS (training available), • EPSM or specialist mitigation licences (e.g. Bat Low Impact Class Licence) What’s on Offer, • Competitive salary and generous pension, • Unlimited annual leave and flexible working arrangements, • Paid professional memberships, • Company-issued Apple tech (laptop and phone), • Annual training budget with unlimited access to external courses, • Bonus scheme awarded by peers, • A supportive, inclusive team culture, • Opportunities to shape the direction of a growing consultancy Location The role is based within commuting distance of Oxfordshire or Gloucestershire. Hybrid working options are available. Join a Business with Ambition This is a unique opportunity to join a growing SME with a clear strategic vision and a commitment to innovation, staff wellbeing, and excellence in ecological consultancy.

ERM, the world's largest pure play sustainability consultancy, are hiring for an experienced Senior Ecologist with a robust background in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments within the UK.

A well-established and expanding environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their dynamic team. Lead and mentor junior ecologists.

Principal Ecologist Job in Oxford New Principal Ecologist job available with a growing independent consultancy based in Oxford. This is a great opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to take the next step in their career, working within a growing ecology consultancy that values autonomy,

Join a team of over 120 ecologists working out of six offices across the UK.

Core skills and requirements: A degree in ecology or a related subject; Minimum 5-Years relevant professional ecological experience with a consultancy background; Thorough working knowledge and understanding of UK and European legislation related to protected species and habitats; Experience of prep

Join a team of over 120 ecologists working out of six offices across the UK.

We’re Hiring: Freelance or Permanent Ecologist – South Yorkshire.

My client is a consultancy specialising in ecological survey, assessment, and mitigation strategy.They assist developers, architects, planning consultants, and homeowners in integrating biodiversity into their projects.Projects include small & large residential schemes, commercial developments, barn

An exciting opportunity for a skilled ecologist to take a leading role on major infrastructure and energy projects.

A well-established and expanding environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their dynamic team. Lead and mentor junior ecologists.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the UK’s natural environment? We’re representing a leading infrastructure delivery partner, working on one of the UK’s most ambitious and high-profile projects.This is your chance to drive ecological excellence at scale - influencing biodiversity

This role would suit a motivated Senior Ecologist ready to step up, or an experienced Principal Ecologist seeking to broaden their project exposure and play a strategic role in shaping a thriving, fast-growing consultancy. A dynamic and forward-thinking ecological consultancy is seeking a Principal

We are seeking a hands-on, commercially astute Senior Ecologist to join an established consultancy team in a remote-first capacity. Leading, mentoring, and line-managing junior ecologists, undertaking quality assurance for technical outputs and supporting skills development within the team.

Imagine your week without the endless push to hit deadlines for the sake of deadlines.Projects still matter, but there’s room to think, plan, and actually enjoy the work you’re doing.You could be out surveying species, advising on habitats, or helping shape a development that really respects the

My client is a consultancy specialising in ecological survey, assessment, and mitigation strategy.They assist developers, architects, planning consultants, and homeowners in integrating biodiversity into their projects.Projects include small & large residential schemes, commercial developments, barn

This may be an experienced consultant-level ecologist or a senior ecologist who is comfortable managing clients, writing good quality reports and can draw on experience in the field to interpret data. Project Manager / Senior Ecologist | Lodsworth | Full Time | £32,000 – £40,000 per annumOur cli

A budding environmental consultancy based in the Midlands that specialise in arboriculture, ecology, and topographical services.Their projects span across the UK and cover individual landowners, residential developments and minerals & waste of all scopes.They have excellent flexibility on remote wor

Job Title: EcologistSalary: £16. PAYE, dependent on experience)Location: CardiffType: Contract - up to 12 months, with potential to extend | Hybrid workingAbout the Role:Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Ecologist to join their established Cardiff team in South Wales.

You'll be joining a leading environmental services provider, supporting a high-profile infrastructure project in the Hull area.Known for delivering excellence in ecological consultancy, they are urgently seeking a skilled Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to join their team on a freelance basis.As th

Ecologist (Construction/land Management)Bristol£45,000 - £55,000 + Flexitime + Hybrid Working + Unlimited Training budget + Company Bonuses + Relocation PackageAre you a Ecologist or similar looking to join a small tight knitted team with 60 years of experience in advising solutions to a wide rang

Euroforest Group is offering an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals to join our growing Ecology Team.This role is available in multiple locations across the UK, with primary work based in England, Wales, and Northern Scotland.It also involves providing ecological advice and support to tea

They are looking for an experienced, qualified and ambitious Senior Ecologist who can help us to offer unparalleled ecological expertise and services to our existing high-profile clients within the commercial, public,.

An exciting opportunity for a skilled ecologist to take a leading role on major infrastructure and energy projects.

Senior / Principal Ecologist Warrington (Hybrid) £33,000 - £49,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Wellbeing Programme + Professional Subscriptions + Death in Service + Volunteer DaysAre you an experienced Ecologist looking to further your career?Do you want to join an award-winning consultan

An excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest growing independent rail groups.Over the last 5-years the company have transformed themselves into a company that can support clients throughout the full life cycle of their projects, from survey and design, through to engineering.The company

An exciting opportunity for a skilled ecologist to take a leading role on major infrastructure and energy projects.

They are looking for an experienced, qualified and ambitious Senior Ecologist who can help us to offer unparalleled ecological expertise and services to our existing high-profile clients within the commercial, public,.

Your new companyYou'll be joining a leading environmental services provider, supporting a high-profile infrastructure project in the Hull area.Known for delivering excellence in ecological consultancy, they are urgently seeking a skilled Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to join their team on a freel

They are looking for an experienced, qualified and ambitious Senior Ecologist who can help us to offer unparalleled ecological expertise and services to our existing high-profile clients within the commercial, public, private, utility and charity sectors, and to assist us in growing and developing t

An excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist to step into a senior leadership role, delivering complex and varied projects across multiple sectors. You'll support and mentor a talented team of ecologists, while also building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams, a

Principal Ecologist Job in OxfordNew Principal Ecologist job available with a growing independent consultancy based in Oxford. Principal Ecologist Job in Oxford - Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref:15193)TPBN1_UKTJ. This is a great opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to take

Are you looking for an exciting, interesting career role where you can help make a difference for the future.Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering, and environmental consultancy.We provide data-driven, market-leading water, environment, infrastructure, energy, and international development

About the Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Forestry Ecologist to join a forward-thinking team and take a key role in leading ecological projects across Cumbria, whilst delivering expert a

Ecologist (Inverbroom)Salary: £27,000 - £28,500Location: Ullapool, Inverbroom Status: Fixed term until February 2027Closing date: Wednesday 12 November 2025Interviews: We anticipate conducting interview in person at Inverbroom, Thursday 27th November 2025Are you passionate about protecting and und

Principal Ecologist Job in Oxford. New Principal Ecologist job available with a growing independent consultancy based in Oxford.

Ecologist (Higlands and Isles)Inverness - Scottish Highlands and Isles£40,000 to £50,000 + Progression + Training + Company Benefits + License SponsorshipAre you an Ecologist that wants to work for a tightknit and well run consultancy that will sponsor you through several different licenses and ha

Principal Ecologist Job in OxfordNew Principal Ecologist job available with a growing independent consultancy based in Oxford.

About Tetra Tech:Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide.We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world.We are Leading with Science to pr

I am currently recruiting for an award winning, multi-disciplinary consultancy, who are on the lookout for an Assistant Ecologist to come and join the team.

Senior Ecologist — Competitive Salary — Ashwell, Hertfordshire (hybrid working). Our client is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist to play a key role in the established and highly respected team.

This role would suit a motivated Senior Ecologist ready to step up, or an experiencedPrincipal Ecologist seeking to broaden their project exposure and play a strategic role in shaping a thriving, fast-growing consultancy. Ecologist to join its expanding team.

As the Principal Ecologist, you will lead ecological aspects across highways infrastructure projects to meet client needs and ensure positive outcomes. Manage and mentor other ecologists, overseeing their development and performance.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal Ecologist to join our Natural Environment Team. The council actively supports the ongoing professional development of its ecologists in accordance with CIEEM standards, including the development of experience required for species licencing.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.The Ecology team at WSP is a large, friendly and diverse team.We work collaboratively wi

As Senior Ecologist, you’ll play a leading role in delivering high-quality ecological input across a variety of projects, from initial site surveys to planning submissions and beyond. Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists in the field and on project work. Are you a passionate ecologist lookin

Our client is looking for a passionate Senior Ecologist to join the Ecology team.