Senior Ecologist

Are you an experienced Ecologist looking to join a company that supports its employees’ long-term careers and offers hybrid working?

If so, we have just the position for you! We are excited to be working alongside a well-established and successful practice, who have considerable experience in environmental design and planning across a vast range of sectors. And due to an increase in work are currently looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their team on a hybrid working basis.

They are happy to consider individuals who want to work on either a full-time or part-time basis. 

Working hours:

  • Hybrid working 
  • Full-time or Part-time 

The successful Senior Ecologist will be offered:

  • £30,000 - £40,000 Basic (depending on experience) 
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pension
  • Enjoyable working environment
  • Professional memberships paid
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Training and career progression
  • Expenses
  • Profit share

Senior Ecologist requirements:

  • First or second-class degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent
  • Full membership of CIEEM with 3 years post-experience
  • UK Driving license and access to own car
  • Good working knowledge of Office software packages
  • Detailed knowledge of UK species and habitat legislation
  • Botanical ID skills
  • Been involved in EPS mitigation licences and/or hold at least 1 survey licence 
  • Experience in large, multi-disciplinary projects
  • Recognize lowland UK habitat types, and have in-depth knowledge of their ecology and management

??? As a Senior Ecologist, your role will involve the following:

  • Manage and take ownership of projects
  • Undertake EIA-level ecological reporting and assessment (EcIA)
  • Prepare fee proposals for major, and multidisciplinary projects
  • Work at the other offices when required
  • Work away from home as required to complete site surveys
  • Undertake risk assessments as necessary
  • Develop the practices of ecology work, particularly in the East Midlands, London and the South-East

GCB Recruitment £30,000 - £40,000 per annum, inc benefits London