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Senior​/Principal Ecologist

Job in Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listing for: Energy Jobline ZR
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-20
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Environmental Science, Environmental Compliance
  • Engineering
    Environmental Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 65000 GBP Yearly GBP 50000.00 65000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior / Principal Ecologist

Job Description

Senior / Principal Ecologist – You will take ownership of ecology inputs across varied projects and see your judgement shape outcomes from early assessment through delivery. This role offers clear responsibility, breadth of work and space to progress without unnecessary layers.

Responsibilities
  • Lead ecological assessment and habitat design work across development and infrastructure related schemes
  • Coordinate surveys, reporting and mitigation from early stage through to delivery

    Act as ecology lead on projects, managing scope, quality and programme
  • Work closely with planners, engineers and other specialists to embed ecology early
  • Support work winning activity and maintain effective client relationships
Qualifications and Experience
  • Strong experience within ecological consultancy
  • Sound working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and guidance
  • Ability to lead ecological inputs within multidisciplinary project teams
  • Confidence managing projects and reviewing technical outputs
  • Consultancy experience delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
  • Strong report writing and quality assurance capability
  • Proven botanical skills, ideally supported by Field Identification Skills Certificate experience or equivalent
  • Experience with protected species surveying, mitigation and licensing
  • Membership of a recognised professional body in ecology or environmental management
  • Full driving licence
Salary and Rewards

£50,000 to £65,000.

Location and Setup

Hybrid working with a base in Cardiff, Bristol or Cambridge
.

This is a permanent role.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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