Senior and Principal Ecologist's
11 days ago
Chester
About the Role We're working with a well-established, values-driven environmental consultancy seeking a Senior or Principal Ecologist to take a technical lead across a diverse portfolio of ecological projects. This role offers the opportunity to combine hands-on technical delivery with leadership, mentoring, and client engagement. You'll be instrumental in shaping best practice, supporting junior ecologists, and helping clients deliver sustainable, compliant developments. Key Responsibilities • Lead and deliver Phase 1 & 2 habitat surveys, protected species surveys, EcIAs, HRAs, and BNG assessments, • Prepare PEAs, mitigation strategies, EPS licence applications, RAMS, and fee proposals, • Liaise with Natural England, local authorities, landowners, and key stakeholders, • Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to junior ecologists, • Lead client meetings, support tenders, and contribute to business developmentAbout You, • Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline, • Minimum 6 years' experience in ecological consultancy, • Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel when required, • CEnv or Full Member of CIEEM (or IEMA / ISEP equivalent), • Holds at least one EPS licence, • St...