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About the role
- Lead a portfolio of interesting and complex ecological projects from initial client liaison through to completion
- Lead and deliver ecological surveys, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
- Act as technical authority on protected species and habitats legislation
- Design and oversee mitigation, compensation, and enhancement strategies
- Hold or working towards relevant protected species licences (e.g. bats, GCN, otters, badgers)
- Provide Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) support on complex projects
- Act as lead point of contact for clients, planners, and statutory bodies
- Resolve technical and regulatory challenges efficiently
- Review reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance with guidance
- Mentor and manage enthusiastic Assistant Ecologists by adopting a creative and pragmatic approach
- Maintain quality and health and safety standards
- Demonstrate efficient and profitable delivery
- Degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline
- Member of CIEEM
- Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
- Proven experience delivering complex ecological projects
- Holder of one or more protected species licences
- Full UK driving licence
Key Responsibilities
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