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Principal Ecologist

Celnor
Manchester£38k–45kHybrid5mo ago
Employment
Full-time
Seniority
Staff

About the role

  • Leading a portfolio of interesting and complex ecological projects from initial client liaison through to completion.
  • Mentoring and managing enthusiastic Ecologists by adopting a creative and an inspiring approach.
  • Contributing to business development activities including client relationships and writing fee proposals to expand our current portfolio.
  • Maintaining quality and health and safety standards
  • Demonstrating efficient and profitable delivery.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders
  • Contribute to continuous improvement, compliance and quality standards
  • Line manage and mentor Assistant to Senior Ecologists.
  • Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
  • Provide Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) support on complex projects.
  • Extensive relevant experience in a similar role within consultancy.
  • Degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
  • Full Member of CIEEM (MCIEEM).
  • 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.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • A high level of attention to detail and accountability
  • The ability to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment
  • A collaborative approach and a commitment to doing things the right way
  • 24 days annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days after two years of service, plus Bank Holidays
  • 5% employer / 5% employee contribution pension. After one year of service, Urban Green will match increased contributions up to 7.5%, should the employee choose to contribute more
  • One paid professional membership per year
  • Opportunity to apply for an interest-free loan for the purchase of an annual travel season ticket
  • 1 volunteering day per year
  • Techscheme
  • Cyclescheme
  • Eyecare scheme
  • Lots of staff events/forum
  • Training and development supported
  • Equipment and tools to support you in your role

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